that a nic e long dialouge of opinion and insight.. I respect what your saying . But i can see my players ppg and how they have progressed over the seasons i have been playing. with game shape. I think game shape does equal money back in return.
You may as well get your players bronzed when they hit proficient GS, since that's the best they'll ever be for you (save the small effect of cross-training, of course).
The best way to look at it is by equating gameshape to "fundamentals" or "form" or whatever term you use. A guy that can't shoot but with great GS at least looks good while hoisting up another brick. A guy who can't defend at least is getting into the proper position before being beaten by a better opponent. A guy who can't pass throws the ball really nicely but not necessarily where it needs to go. And when you have a team of highschoolers playing against toddlers, I suppose having untalented players with nice fundamentals is sufficient.