[Draymond Green] Ausar Thompson averaging 10 rebounds and almost 2 blocks per game is not being talked about enough. That’s wild! Let me guess though… it’s not points, so it doesn’t matter?

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Pistons rookie Ausuar Thompson is averaging 11 pts, 10 reb, 3 ast, 1.1 stl, 1.7 blks per game this season.

  • rhyswithhisspoon@alien.topB
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    1 year ago

    He’s literally consensus third best rookie. Only reason he isn’t higher is because the 2 dudes above him are generational. People are definitely talking about him.

  • OKC2023champs@alien.topB
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    1 year ago

    Ausar has looked insane, but is sadly being overshadowed by the two 7 foot freaks.

    He has been absolutely insane as a rookie so far. Dude is ready

  • Baconmazing@alien.topB
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    1 year ago

    I mean what non detroit-specific conversation would you have him in ? “Best Rookie outside of Chet and Wemby?” He’s been talked about enough. He is recognized by fans and media for being that 3rd best and for being a huge defensive piece.

  • Tilted76erfan@alien.topB
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    1 year ago

    No one talks about it because the Pistons are getting their ass beat every night and tbh his complete lack of offensive game is part of the problem.

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    1 year ago

    Averaging a double double with good defense is rare for a rookie. Nearly 2 blocks a game too. Not a lot of guys have long NBA careers anymore with a 48.9% TS though, has to get better at shooting and finishing.

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    1 year ago

    i’ve constantly thought about how crazy it is he’s a fairly normal sized wing putting up those stats

  • BrandinPodziemski@alien.topB
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    1 year ago

    I like how since it’s Draymond everyone’s being contrarian and yeah outside of reddit/twitter the Mainstream just cares about wemby and maybe Chet