That’s not to say that low-post centers can’t still be effective, it’s about if they can adapt to the game or not. Take for example centers like Marc Gasol, DeMarcus Cousins and Al Horford, all of whom have developed the ability to shoot a 3 point shot at an efficient level. More and more centers are learning to play the ‘new way’ centers. The Toronto Raptors’ Jonas Valanciunas may have started late, but he’s catching up fast.
Throughout his career, JV has been the subject of yearly trade talks, with fans repeatedly calling for his head. JV has fallen behind the curse, resembling the slow-footed big men of the past.