PROTECT THE PAINT

Brandon Jennings has talked abundantly this summer. More than anyone has really cared to listen. He made claims stating he is better than Ricky Rubio. He traveled overseas and earned over six figures in endorsements instead of playing a year in the NCAA.

He constantly bucks the system and we are all guilty of shrugging off his words.

He walked in late to the draft to show up David Stern after announcing the 14th pick, Earl Clark. Jennings was the 10th pick. Here is a clip of Jennings bucking the system yet again.

He has had his academic humiliations of 3 low SAT scores, hype dating back to his McDonald’s All American game, and self-inflicted embarrassments while discussing his draft results.

We should listen to Brandon Jennings. The man has a huge chip on his shoulder.

Notwithstanding it’s a Summer League performance, the kid is on a tear. Through July 13th, he has 15.3 points and 8.3 assists a game. His steady improvement is evident every game.

Monday he finished with 14 assists, 7 steals, and 13 points on 5-13 shooting.

His overall 35% field goal percentage will improve with time.

Jennings called out Rubio, claiming he is the better player of the two. Although you might not agree, statistically, he is one of the best PGs in Summer League.

In a guard-rich draft bearing Rubio, Stephen Curry, Jonny Flynn, and Tyreke Evans, Jennings is rising to the top as the purest PG.

Should I tweet... facebook.....naw, I'll youtube this one! (Credit: picapp.com)

The speculation of where Rubio could be ranked amongst his peers is strictly speculative. His contract issue, as well as his issues with Minnesota, may prevent us from finding out.

We have definitely not seen/heard the last from Brandon Jennings. His predisposition to speak up and utterly make an ass of himself publicly will continue to entertain us.

Whether it is a tweet on twitter, a facebook message, or another youtube foul up, it is certain we have not heard the last of this kid.

We should all listen to what Jennings is saying. After all, he’s backing up his words with his game.

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