It was postulated for years on this board that Kofi's game did not translate to the modern NBA. Now that has been shown to be true.
3-point shooting is part of it, but it also his defensive quickness, or lack of it. And while I agree that he would likely have more money had he stayed, I disagree that he would have further developed for the type of game needed in the NBA. He said as much himself in that interview a few months back.
I also don't think you ever push an All-American 'out the door', but point taken. I think Brad had seen the good and the bad about this style of team play and was ready to move in another direction. Meaning he 100% keeps Kofi and the offense if Kofi had wanted to stay, but also was excited for a new style too.
All the usual and well-deserved disclaimers, I love Kofi and wish him the best in Japan. But man that team does sound awful.
3-point shooting is part of it, but it also his defensive quickness, or lack of it. And while I agree that he would likely have more money had he stayed, I disagree that he would have further developed for the type of game needed in the NBA. He said as much himself in that interview a few months back.
I also don't think you ever push an All-American 'out the door', but point taken. I think Brad had seen the good and the bad about this style of team play and was ready to move in another direction. Meaning he 100% keeps Kofi and the offense if Kofi had wanted to stay, but also was excited for a new style too.
All the usual and well-deserved disclaimers, I love Kofi and wish him the best in Japan. But man that team does sound awful.