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New York Knicks: Pros and cons of the Derrick Rose-Brandon Jennings backcourt

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New York Knicks: Pros and cons of the Derrick Rose-Brandon Jennings backcourt
Nov 26, 2016; Charlotte, NC, USA; New York Knicks guard Derrick Rose (25) and guard Brandon Jennings (3) react to a call after Rose is charged with a foul during the second half of the game against the Charlotte Hornets at the Spectrum Center. Hornets win 107-102. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-USA TODAY Sports

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Con: Streaky Shooting

After a miserable shooting performance in 2015-16, Rose has abandoned his jumper with the promise to have it working later in the season. Easier said than done.

Rose has never been much of a shooter, but he’s always been paired with two guards who made up for his lack of ability from the perimeter.

Jennings, while skilled from beyond the arc, is one of the streakiest shooters in the league. And right now he’s on a cold streak. A career 34.9% shooter from downtown, Jennings has connected on just 20 of his 64 attempts (31.3%) in 2016-17.

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Chip Murphy
Chip Murphy

I'm ESNY's Executive Editor for EliteSportsNY.com.
I cover the New York Knicks and Brooklyn Nets.
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