Deandre Ayton discussion

[Ronin]

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[Ronin]

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[SactownSunsFan]

He has certainly seems to have turned the corner in the last 3-4 weeks. His body language has been great, and he's not getting down on himself and disengaging when he makes a mistake like he used to do. Most importantly, we have to remember that he's still just 22 years old. He will continue to grow and mature.

 

[JCSunsfan]

He has certainly seems to have turned the corner in the last 3-4 weeks. His body language has been great, and he's not getting down on himself and disengaging when he makes a mistake like he used to do. Most importantly, we have to remember that he's still just 22 years old. He will continue to grow and mature.

Um. Since he became a father. That added sense of responsibility tends to change a person's perspective on life.

 

[Hoop Head]

The Suns used to make a point of getting Ayton a lot of paint touches early in the game, but they've gone away from that. Lately it's been Booker who's been getting those early play calls. Wonder if it's time to switch that up again. If Ayton can get going, it will open up the floor for everyone.

He still fumbles a lot of catchable passes, but does seem to be improving in that area.

In regards to Ayton, I wouldn't change what has been working. Especially to go back to a way of using him that seemed to make him disappear as the game went on.

 

[JCSunsfan]

In regards to Ayton, I wouldn't change what has been working. Especially to go back to a way of using him that seemed to make him disappear as the game went on.

Yup. Just keep winning. That’s what it’s all about right now. Let Ayton develop in the flow of the team.

 

[SirStefan32]

Ayton's been doing a great job recently. I notice him calling for the ball once in a while, he's been finishing some nice lobs from Booker and Paul, and he's been maintaining his defensive focus. I am very happy with Ayton the last couple of weeks.

 

[Ouchie-Z-Clown]

The little baby hook is virtually automatic against smaller players. It’s never going to draw fouls, but it’s a powerful weapon. If he can get it to work against bigger and better defenders, watch out.

 

[Mainstreet]

Ayton's stats are becoming meaningful and not just numbers. I'm liking 4th quarter Ayton.

 

[Ronin]

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[Ronin]

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[Lefty]

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I know there are some posters on this board who Gambo is talking about.

 

[Cheesebeef]

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I know there are some posters on this board who Gambo is talking about.

dude has grown by leaps and bounds since Monty benched him. Some guys could south at that moment. Ayton didn’t. Major credit for that alone, but the continued improvement ever since then has been awesome to watch.

 

[JCSunsfan]

Still think that having a kid was his wake up call.

 

[Bufalay]

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I know there are some posters on this board who Gambo is talking about.

We haters are enjoying his success. It's awesome, I hope he keeps making us look stupid.

 

[Finito]

We haters are enjoying his success. It's awesome, I hope he keeps making us look stupid.

pretty he sucks he sucks he sucks ooooh Wait lol


It’s message board culture

 

[MaoTosiFanClub]

His length and athleticism are going to be so important in the playoffs on the defensive end. For the record the best games I saw DA play in college were in P12 Tournament, the two ASU games and the Oregon FBI game all of which were under bright lights and scrutiny (I'll give him a pass for Buffalo game since PJC could barely get the ball past halfcourt).

Kid has a very laid back personality so part of me thinks/hopes the intensity and spotlight of playoff basketball will light a fire that a Tuesday night game vs Orlando won't.

 

[Mainstreet]

Ayton pretty much anchors the Suns team without big man depth.

The Suns season rises or falls with his play. Phoenix wouldn't be where they are without him.

 

[ASUCHRIS]

Yep, we're only a championship team if Ayton takes us there. Terrifying, but he's definitely showing growth.

 

[Sunburn]

pretty he sucks he sucks he sucks ooooh Wait lol


It’s message board culture

I think we ride him hard because we know what he's capable of. With great power, comes great responsibility. When he shows what he's capable of, we shout loud to praise him.

 

[Proximo]

Yep, we're only a championship team if Ayton takes us there. Terrifying, but he's definitely showing growth.

It's not just on him.

If Booker keeps playing like he has lately, we are in big trouble.

 

[Sunburn]

Yep, we're only a championship team if Ayton takes us there. Terrifying, but he's definitely showing growth.

I agree with this. I've been one of his biggest critics, but that's because I know he's the key to this team. He is the most naturally gifted player on the squad, with the highest ceiling. The championship aspirations of this team hinge on him meeting his potential.

 

[ASUCHRIS]

It's not just on him.

If Booker keeps playing like he has lately, we are in big trouble.

I'm less worried about Book getting it together.

 

[Ronin]

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[Dr. Jones]

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I know there are some posters on this board who Gambo is talking about.

dude has grown by leaps and bounds since Monty benched him. Some guys could south at that moment. Ayton didn’t. Major credit for that alone, but the continued improvement ever since then has been awesome to watch.

I'll eat all the crow that I need to. I just want to see this trend turn into the new normal.

We haters are enjoying his success. It's awesome, I hope he keeps making us look stupid.

Agreed!