MIAMI — The Miami Heat, like the seven other NBA teams that have employed Gerald Green, are focusing on Green's shot selection.
But the feedback on this frustratingly familiar topic is different than what he's heard in the past. There are no caution flags or stop signs; the concerns now are whether he's being aggressive enough.
"If I don't shoot the ball, they get on me," Green said after a 19-point performance in Miami's season opener.
When Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra speaks about the 29-year-old, the word "ignitable" usually works itself into the conversation. It's a testament to Green's quick-strike scoring ability, evidenced by the 92 points he piled up in 95 minutes over the Heat's final four preseason contests.
But it's also an admission that his shooting doesn't always catch fire. His career accuracy rates from the field (42.4) and long distance (36.8) are fairly forgettable. And when his shots haven't fallen in the past, he's struggled to make a positive impact elsewhere.
There's a give-and-take with Green, but there's plenty of production waiting to be had for those willing to ...
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‘Ignitable’ Gerald Green Finally Gets the Green Light with Miami Heat
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