7'0+ Players Need a Speed Boost
Proposal: Give 7'1+ Players a Reasonable Speed Boost The biggest issue with 7'1+ players is the massive speed drop compared to 7'0 players. A 7'0 player can still be in the 50–60–70 speed range, which allows them to remain somewhat mobile and usable in the current meta. However, once a player reaches 7'1, they are automatically pushed into the 30–40 speed range. That is a massive difference for only one inch of height. The Proposal 7'1+ players should receive a small speed boost to their base speed or speed potential. A reasonable solution would be to give 7'1+ players approximately +10 to +15 speed compared to their current speed range. For example, instead of being forced into the 30–40 speed range, a 7'1 player could realistically reach around 40–55 speed, depending on their build. This would still make them noticeably slower than smaller centers, but it would prevent them from feeling completely unusable. The boost makes sense because a 7'1 player is already sacrificing: Speed Agility Ability to defend in space Ability to keep up with smaller players Overall mobility They should not also be forced into an extreme speed range where they cannot realistically compete outside of the paint. A 7'1 player should be slower than a 7'0 player, but the difference should not be so extreme that one inch completely destroys the viability of the build. Why This Would Be Balanced The goal is not to make 7'1+ players faster than smaller centers. The goal is to give them enough speed to actually function in the game. A reasonable speed boost would allow 7'1+ players to: Run the floor Recover on defense Defend the paint without being completely helpless outside of it Participate in fast-paced gameplay Actually have a reason to be used instead of everyone choosing smaller centers A 7'1 player should still have clear weaknesses because of their size. However, their height should also come with meaningful advantages. The current gap between 7'0 and 7'1 is too extreme. A 7'0 player can still have 50–70 speed, while a 7'1 player is automatically pushed into the 30–40 range. Giving 7'1+ players a reasonable +10 to +15 speed boost would keep them slower than smaller centers while making them much more viable and competitive.
Final Tally
✓ This proposal passed