Can Rodney Stuckey Lead?

noooooo im missing this live show tooo

I definitely think Stuckey can become the Pistons’ leader. Last year he simply couldn’t with AI, Sheed, & Michael Curry all having bigger influences in the locker room.

The one guy who might get in the way is Rip (and maybe Tay) but I think Rip will be traded soon anyways. And Tay’s never been much of vocal leader anyways.

Also, re: Rose. Rose was not that vocal of a leader last year, definitely not in the way CP3 is. A major difference is that Rose was handed the keys from Day 1, whereas Stuckey has had some roadblocks in his way. But they should be clear for next season.

Yeah Kays, D Rose didn’t really have the right to say anything until he first showed what he could do–and show he did!

This year they’ll be all ears when the young superstar is speaking

Tayshaun Prince has always been a leader since day one but you’re right, he’s never every been anything close to vocal leader.

How difficult will it be for one of the new guys to step in and take the reigns?

That’s a nice picture of Stuck in the article. Good lookin’ young fella - not like it matters.

I’d like to see Stuckey step up, but I don’t expect it, not from his personality that I’ve seen. Maybe (and hopefully) he’ll surprise us all, but for me it doesn’t seem likely.

I imagine Gordon being leader worthy. He’s always been up there, just off the bench he couldn’t make it stick. If Stuck doesn’t lead, it’s quite likely Gordon might. I don’t see ‘Villy’ doing that, he seems too quiet (and he’s got no eyebrows O_o;).

Different topic; Daye playing SG. I wouldn’t trust that, he’s 6′10″ and regardless of your handling ability you WILL get cherry picked. Rondo’d steal 5 on ‘em.

You can lead a horse to water, but you can’t make it drink…

We need some horses that are thirsty!!!

Rodney can lead. He just needs to consistent on a nightly basis. He could become Chauncey Jr. He doesn’t have to always have big numbers in scoring but his assists and turnovers have to be right for him to really lead. He can score on most nights but I would really like him to become more of a point rather than a combo guard.

Don’t think I can make the life show, which is a shame. It’s fun to take part some, but I have drivin’ lessons. ._.

Stuckey has a laid back personality, which will make it hard for him to be a leader. However, he has the respect of all the guys in the locker room and plays all out, which is a good sign. For the Pistons to compete this season, we need the Rodney Stuckey that Joe Dumars envisioned when he traded away Billups. I believe it can and will happen.

I’m with you TAD!

In 03-04, Chauncey had an Assist Ratio of 24. This year, Rodney also had an Assist Ratio of 24. Taking into account the difference in coaching and the few weeks Stuckey looked completely lost, ppg wise, their numbers are also very close.

I could argue, that with the exception of the weeks surrounding the all star break, Rodney played just as hard and his tangible performance was just as good.

Who was the better lead guard?

There’s a difference between leading by example and being a vocal leader.

Sheed, is a vocal leader, who only occasionally lead by example. Rip Hamilton on the flip-side, leads primarily by example who only recently started to speak out. Who has the bigger net impact on the team?

A happy Sheed, no competition. 03-04 and 08-09 were perfect examples of that.

Until Stuckey learns to bark at someone when they screw up their defensive scheme or or show up on time to an elimination game in the eastern conference finals *cough Sheed* or on the flip-side, give a small compliment to the rookie when they roll to the rim correctly, I don’t see him being a true lead guard.

Yes this taking into account he didn’t have much opportunity to lead the team with the AI and Sheed debacles last year. It was the same situation when Stuckey was the lead guard off the bench, play hard - but quietly. Stuckey is just a naturally quiet person, and that’s fine - he may very well turn into 20/10 threat with help from Kuester and some work on his 3 point shooting.

Just don’t expect him to be the team leader unless if he has a change in character. And that, my friends, will be the difference between Stuckey being great, and Stuckey being a star.

*sorry about the typos, made a few edits and I did catch most of them, but there’s a redundant “or” and “who” should be and (in the Rip leads area).

Cliff notes edition:
Stuckey = naturally quiet
Chauncey = vocal leader

Stuckey has potential to put up better numbers, but leading by example alone won’t cut it. KG is perfect example of a true team leader. Is he a bit harsh, yes. But Boston doesn’t win a title without him, even if Big Baby pans out and puts up big numbers.

Good take Ali.

I’m sure Stuckey was looking lost at times because he had to try to learn the position while attempting fit into a winning situation.

Look how long it took Chauncey. Now he’s quite a leader.

So, uh. Me and Steve Kays were shootin’ hoops today and called in.

It said “Press 1 to notify the hosts of the call, or stay on the line to listen.”

We stayed on the line and nothing came through.

What’s the deal J-Dubb and Pimp Scwalla?