There is one thing Derrick doesn't do, and that's pass the eye test. When he drives, it's rarely the flashy drive with the crossover dribble, it's just an efficient drive that usually results in a score. When he makes a pass, it's not the no-look pass that grabs everyone's eyes, it's a straight pass that gets the ball to the player in position to score. And when Derrick does make a great play, he doesn't pose or posture, he just exchanges a few high-fives and goes about getting ready for the next play.

The mythology that has been created around Junior this year is incredible. I still think Derrick is the better fit for this team than Junior would be. But because he's not a highlight-reel kid in terms of play or pomp, he gets criticized. Quite simply, he's going to play. I'd much rather start accepting him for what he is than slamming him for what he isn't, because the simple truth is that what he is hasn't been nearly as bad as people are claiming.