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Message: [QUOTE="Hoophound, post: 2497277, member: 271"] People have an issue with Adams because of some glaring deficiencies: 1. It doesn't look like he works out. He lacks definition and seems more like a a player from the 70's or 80's in terms of build. For all I know, it's his body type and he lifts like a maniac. Regardless, he doesn't look like it. 2. He can't shoot. He has decent form yet is terribly inconsistent. That's a practice issue. Shoot 500-1000 jumpers per day, it is worth millions of dollars to you kid. 3. He seems to complain or argue with KO. I'm not sure what that's about, but I don't like it. Respect the coach, even if he doesn't know what he's doing. I understand Jalen's frustration in this area, just saying. 4. His body language and facial expressions are very flat. He gives off a pot head vibe. He needs to show fire to keep his teammates motivated and keep the fans engaged. 5. His defense is ok, but he seems to lose his man for 3 at the worst times. He could be tired, but it still frustrates me to see blown assignments at such big moments over and over again. 6. He doesn't seem to be a strong leader. He is clearly our best player, but he doesn't have a calming effect on the team. He lacks the "extension of the coach on the floor" trait. Again, I'm not so sure Shabazz was a "coach on the floor" either, he was just able to stick a jumper in your face when we needed a basket. That would be nice to see from Jalen. If you want to see a real turn around on this team next year, the greatest thing that could happen would be for Jalen to return with a lights out jump shot. It is 100% doable and both he and the staff should do whatever it takes to get him there. If I were Jalen's mom, I'd pay a shooting coach out of pocket for it if I had to. This kid is a baller and his future depends on him getting the shooting ability needed to keep defenses honest so he has room to operate. Being able to shoot makes the game so much easier. [/QUOTE]

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