state of the jazz

Yea I know its been a real long time. Went to the game last night on a daddy daughter date with Natalie. Had good seats and a fun time. AK and Millsap played well. Overall the game was fun. But rather than give a state of the game address, since the Pres just did his state of the union I am going to give my state of the Jazz address.

Deron Williams. He is a great player, not so great leader. Leaders don't complain and sulk and moan like he does. I imagine this attitude has a major negative effect on teammates. He will call guys out and then not do the stuff he calls them out for. He is a heckuva talent, but his mood swings are not helping.

Paul Millsap is the steadiest player on the team. His improved shot makes him deadly. Once Memo gets rolling he could be real deadly. Have always liked his toughness and tenacity.

Al Jefferson is coming along. I think he will be fine. Not a big fan of his one handed shots, they seem to miss more than make. He had played fine, not great but he is still figuring his role on the team.

CJ Miles. Consistently inconsistent. Never saw a shot he didn't like. He can score, but is a step behind his guy defensively and his shot selection and overall judgement is below average. Can't believe we let Wes Matthews walk to keep him.

Raja Bell has been a disappointment. And I like Bell. He still hasn't found his shot, his leadership is obviously not what I thought, and his defense really hasn't been all that great. Look it was a good signing and I would still do it, it just hasn't panned out. Again can't believe we let Wes Matthews walk.

Andrei. Consistently inconsistent. He can be absolutely frustrating at times. Last night was his best game in years. His shot is better than its been, but his passing is erratic, defense is not at all what it once was. I am waiting for him to break down any day. Trust me it will happen. Unfortunately. Definitely the most frustrating Jazz player.

Jeremy Evans. Can't believe he doesn't play more. He is always productive and can flat out jump. Obviously needs to gain some weight.

Earl Watson is the best backup I can remember the Jazz having. Not the best shooter but a great passer, runs the floor well. Just knows how to run a team.

Ronnie Price has heart but is limited by his size and lack of a consistent outside shot. He always plays hard but is not a true point. Really can't run a team.

K Fes has bad hands and hasn't learned how to play nba ball yet. perhaps never will.

Gordon Hayward is a step or two slow for the nba. can't get his shot off, can't defend well. He does play hard but really shouldn't be playing at this point. Evans is clearly better.

Elson is a backup and plays like one. He is okay. Nothing to get upset or excited about.

Memo is incomplete. I like Memo and hope he gets his confidence and game back. He brings a unique skill set to the team.

Overall I had high hopes after the comeback wins in the beginning. Right now they are struggling, but I imagine they will be fine. In the nba you have to bring it every game. Its a long season and sometimes you just don't do it. Of course the best teams do, which means the Jazz are a shade better than average. If they right the ship and play well down the stretch they could get as high as the 3 seed, if not they start out on the road in the playoffs against LA, San Antonio, or Dallas(w/Dirk) and that just wouldn't go well. Deron needs to become a better leader, Raja needs to find his shot, Memo his legs, Ak and CJ consistency, Evans minutes, Hayward and K Fez a clue and all would be well.