Charisma. Star power. The kids have got new words for it. Aura. Rizz. That’s a fascinating linguistic evolution to me. It obviously derives from charisma - or, if you will, charizzma. There’s been a fascination with “izz” sounds since Snoop Dogg’s ubiquitous hit. Anyway, whatever you call it:
Jalen Green has it.
It’s not worth a can of beans if he can’t make basketball strides. Green’s development is likely the most anticipated component of this season for Rockets fans outside of the win/loss column. We need a third-year leap.
We don’t need the third-year leap.