NBA 2K13: Three Toughest Associations to Play With

[liodeesxalf]

No offense to Fredette, but Thomas is much better at the point guard position.

[sword1986]

The thread title says "Three Toughest Associations To Play With"

Orlando Magic not even mentioned because that team is just unplayable

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[ron_bato]

I think the kings might be a little bit easier to use this year with Thomas Robinson being rated decently and DMC getting a bump in the ratings (hopefully). Plus we have Aaron Brooks and Isiah Thomas, if DMC has some decent sig skills, i think it will be easy to work with what Sac's got.

I agree with mostly everyone that I'd take most teams over Orlando this year. There's really very little to work with on the magic.

[ron_bato]

Quote: Originally Posted by DukeC

What? He obviously didn't watch any Kings games last year if he insists on Jimmer as the starting PG. Thomas last year was the much better 3 point shooter and Tyreke started becoming even more dynamic by moving to the SF position where he could cut to the basket and make easy dump off passes to Cousins or finish strong at the rim. That, along with the fact that Thornton was our best scorer (and clutch player) last year means that Tyreke should stay at the SF spot. Not to mention Thronton won't be at that much of a height disadvantage if he stays at the 2 instead of going to the 3. Also with the fact that both big men on the floor can shoot that mid range jumper that opens up lanes to the rim for Evans and Thornton, making it much easier to get an assist or foul call if a big man comes over to help. PG: Thomas SG: Thornton SF: Evans PF: Robinson C: Cousins That's not a bad lineup. So, if you would please refrain from speaking about my Kings without backing up your points I'd appreciate it.

This is what i thought too. I'd start Isiah Thomas over Jimmer any given day just because Thomas is a much better distributor and turns out to be a decent shooter. It will be interesting to see who gets the nod this year to start between Brooks and Thomas. But Jimmer is far from that equation IMO.

[jcwkings]

This guy knows very little about the Kings. Jimmer isn't even likely to see minutes this year barring some vast growth in his overall game and confidence. Isaiah Thomas is set to be the starting pg, while Brooks could have a say if he impresses in the pre season. Tyreke is expected to go back to SG and Thornton is expected to become the 6th volume scorer. Jason Thompson was re signed over the summer and will be the starting PF, Robinson is exepected to be the first big off the bench. James Johnson could start at the 3 and bring a much needed defensive mentality to the other starters. Then you have guys like Salmons and Travis Outlaw that could do something off the bench. I think with the potential of Cousins and Tyreke(21 and 22 years old) and some solid tradeable pieces, Kings are a good association to go with for people that trying to turn a young team into a contender 2 or 3 seasons down the road.

[sactown_13]

Quote: Originally Posted by DukeC

What? He obviously didn't watch any Kings games last year if he insists on Jimmer as the starting PG. Thomas last year was the much better 3 point shooter and Tyreke started becoming even more dynamic by moving to the SF position where he could cut to the basket and make easy dump off passes to Cousins or finish strong at the rim. That, along with the fact that Thornton was our best scorer (and clutch player) last year means that Tyreke should stay at the SF spot. Not to mention Thronton won't be at that much of a height disadvantage if he stays at the 2 instead of going to the 3. Also with the fact that both big men on the floor can shoot that mid range jumper that opens up lanes to the rim for Evans and Thornton, making it much easier to get an assist or foul call if a big man comes over to help. PG: Thomas SG: Thornton SF: Evans PF: Robinson C: Cousins That's not a bad lineup. So, if you would please refrain from speaking about my Kings without backing up your points I'd appreciate it.

glad someone caught this. as a fellow kings fan i am in agreement with you. watched every game except two last year and I. Thomas is a good player and somehow is still flying under the radar. and who the hell would start thornton at the 3??!! if you start evans at the 2 then thornton would be a excellent 6th man but in know way do you start him at the 3 spot. Jimmer is either trade bait or a role player at best. the only thing i might change about your lineup is thompson over robinson depending on how they rate JT. at least for a year, he had a good season last year and hopefully is starting to tap into some of that potential he had coming out of rider

[sactown_13]

Quote: Originally Posted by djwax90

Easiest 3: Heat, Thunder, Lakers Toughest 3: Bobcats, Magic, Rockets End of thread.

Houston just added a lot of talent through the draft. i wouldnt have them in the bottom 3. i would go 1. Magic 2. Charlotte 3. Then maybe Cleveland?? Im having trouble with the last one seeing how most of the bad teams have good young talent that should develop nicely in Association mode

[chandlerbang]

rockets got a decent PG, excellent shooters on wings in martin and lamb, Defensive/rebounding big man in Asik, Stretch PF in DMO, excellent high energy hustle guy in Jones, versitile big man that should be getting alot of triple doubles depending on progression - white, and a true defensive player that can shoot the long ball in parsons. I think we will be alright in 2k13.