Tale of the Tape: Ricky Rubio vs. Pooh Richardson
Analysis: Ricky has unusual length for the point guard position that would absolutely benefit him, especially on the defensive side. He has the ability to drive the ball down the lane and draw defenders in to create open shots for teammates. Rubio makes every one of his teammates around him better. The biggest knock on Ricky is his inability to shoot the ball consistently. He has drastically surprised on defense since his debut, knocking balls out of opponent’s hands and hustling for pass interceptions and loose balls. He possesses charisma in leading the team and running the offense. Pooh Richardson was known for being a true point guard and pure shooter. He used his smaller stature to be shifty and agile, winding his way in between defenders and driving to the basket. As a rookie he became the team’s quarterback in navigating the offense. His innate vision on the court allowed him to find the open man and set teammates up for the perfect shot. Similar to Rubio, Pooh was an exhilarant crowd pleaser and overwhelming fan favorite. The biggest beneficiary of Richardson’s quick passes during the 1989-90 season was shooting guard Tony Campbell, who averaged 23 PPG. Overall, we believe Ricky’s developing lockdown defender traits, consistency at the free throw line and length gives him the advantage in this week’s fantasy matchup. Next Up: Kevin Martin vs. Tony Campbell