[外電] NBA Free Agents: Point guard options f
NBA Free Agents: Point guard options for Bulls to consider
BY ROB SCHAEFER
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Those three words rang the loudest from Artūras Karnivas’ first press
conference after swinging the blockbuster that made Nikola Vuvia
Chicago Bull. Now that the short-term results of that trade have
underwhelmed, they echo as resoundingly as ever.
Nine players from the Bulls’ 2020-21 roster are set for free agency, three
more have partial or non-guaranteed salaries for next season, and the team
will have the ability to free a significant amount of salary cap space this
offseason. So sweeping change could very well be on the horizon.
Where that change comes is the question. Upgrading at point guard already
stood out as a need, but with the news that Coby White will spend the next
four-to-six months rehabilitating a shoulder injury, it becomes a necessity.
White started 54 of 72 games at the position last season and averaged 31.2
minutes, third-most on the team to only Zach LaVine and Vuvi
Internally, options to address that gap in the rotation are limited. TomSatoransky has $5 million of his $10 million salary for next year
guaranteed, meaning he could be retained for rotational security or waived to
clear $5 million in space. Ryan Arcidiacono has a $3 million team option.
Other than impending free-agent Devon Dotson, who played on a 2-way contract
last season, that’s about it.
Other avenues include trades (Vasilije Micianyone?) — where the Bulls’
compromised first-round pick situation could make negotiating for a
high-level upgrade tricky — and the draft. The Bulls need to cash in on 20.3
percent odds of landing in the top four of the lottery to retain their
first-round pick, and if they do, could add an impact name like Cade
Cunningham or Jalen Suggs. But there’s nearly an 80 percent chance of that
not coming to fruition, which would limit them to just a second-round choice
(No. 38 overall).
And then there’s free agency, perhaps the easiest route about which to
speculate. Here’s a tiered summary of options the Bulls could explore (and
if interested in an explainer on the Bulls’ cap space situation, click here):
Tier 1: Realistic, Starter-Caliber Options
Lonzo Ball, G, New Orleans Pelicans (restricted)
Stats: 14.6 ppg, 5.7 apg, 1.5 spg | 41.4% FG, 37.8% 3P, 78.1% FT
Age: 23
The Bulls were linked to Ball from weeks before trade deadline day until the
final horn, and it’s easy to see why. Though not necessarily a half court
maestro, the 23-year-old combo guard has significantly improved his outside
shot, thrives as an pace-pushing playmaker and is a solid team defender. He
projects as a solid fit next to Zach LaVine and still has room to grow.
The problem: Ball is a restricted free agent, meaning the Pelicans can match
any offer sheet he signs, and there should be suitors for his services. A
sign-and-trade swap would be ideal from the Bulls’ perspective. Could talks
centered around Lauri Markkanen rekindle?
Spencer Dinwiddie, G, Brooklyn Nets (player option)
Stats (2019-20): 20.6 ppg, 6.8 apg, 3.5 rpg | 41.5% FG, 30.8% 3P, 77.8% FT (7
attempts per game)
Age: 28
Dinwidde missed all but three games of the 2020-21 season with a partially
torn ACL suffered in late December — thus, the use of his 2019-20
statistics, when the now 28-year-old guard had a career year with Kevin
Durant sidelined and Kyrie Irving in and out of the lineup.
Now, he’s coming off a serious knee injury and won’t hit the open market
unless he declines his $12.3 million player option for 2021-22 in pursuit of
long-term security and perhaps a bigger role. But if Dinwiddie does become
available, he could be a great fit for the Bulls, a team in need of
facilitating and rim pressure.
Dennis Schroder, G, Los Angeles Lakers
Stats: 15.4 ppg, 5.8 apg, 3.5 rpg | 43.7% FG, 33.5% 3P, 84.8% FT
Age: 27
Schr鐰er is due for unrestricted free agency, making him a simpler target
than the restricted candidates. But he reportedly previously turned down a
four-year, $84 million extension offer from the Lakers, which gives an idea
of the type of compensation he’ll be seeking.
It’s easy to envision the Bulls having interest in Schr鐰er if he is indeed
gettable. He has a years-long track record of productivity and durability on
both ends and enjoyed the best season of his career under Billy Donovan with
the 2019-20 Oklahoma City Thunder, when he finished a Sixth Man of the Year
finalist and shot a career-best 38.5 percent from 3-point range.
Devonte’ Graham, G, Charlotte Hornets (restricted)
Stats: 14.8 ppg, 5.4 apg, 2.7 rpg | 37.7% FG, 37.5% 3P, 84.2% FT
Age: 26
Graham, 26, is another restricted option. But his current team, the Hornets,
faces a backcourt glut, with LaMelo Ball already a cornerstone, the ascendent
Terry Rozier under contract for next season and a decision due on Malik Monk
this offseason.
If Graham ends up available, he’s worth a look as a dynamic off-the-dribble
shooter and capable facilitator. Plus, he likely won’t carry the weighty
price tag of a Ball or Schr鐰er.
Jalen Brunson, G, Dallas Mavericks
Stats: 12.6 ppg, 3.5 apg, 3.4 rpg | 52.3% FG, 40.5% 3P, 79.5% FT
Age: 24
Brunson isn’t necessarily a “free agent,” but he could become available
depending on how the Mavericks handle his $1.8 million non-guaranteed salary
for next season (which the 24-year-old guard has far outperformed).
Should the Mavericks exercise that team option, or decline it then extend
Brunson, he won’t be an option for the Bulls. But if he ends up on the open
market, whether as an outright signing or sign-and-trade option, his two-way
prowess and shot-creation ability could be just what the doctor ordered.
Sentimentally, it would also be a nice homecoming for the Stevenson product.
Tier 2: Pie-in-the-Sky Veterans
Chris Paul, G, Phoenix Suns (player option)
Age: 36
Stats: 16.4 ppg, 8.9 apg, 1.4 spg | 49.9% FG, 39.5% 3P, 93.4% FT
Paul’s contract carries a $44.2 million player option for next season, which
might seem like a no-brainer for the 36-year-old guard. But on the heels of a
stellar season in Phoenix, reports have recently surfaced he may opt out and
pursue a multi-year deal.
The reason he’s classified as a long-shot option for the Bulls has as much
to do with the potential price tag as it does his current fit in Phoenix. No
team knows Paul’s impact better than the Suns, who punched their first
Western Conference finals ticket since 2010 on Sunday behind 37 points from
the Point God. One would think they’d be hard-pressed to let him walk.
Mike Conley Jr., G, Utah Jazz
Age: 33
Stats: 16.2 ppg, 6.0 apg, 1.4 spg | 44.4% FG, 41.2% 3P, 85.2% FT
Conley will be an unrestricted free agent, but is sure to have high salary
expectations and plenty of high-profile suitors. He revitalized his career in
his age-33 season, making his first All-Star appearance for the league’s
best team in the Jazz, who, like the Suns, are a title contender. He’d be a
picture-perfect fit for the Bulls, but also has to be considered an unlikely
one.
Kyle Lowry, G, Toronto Raptors
Age: 35
Stats: 17.2 ppg, 7.3 apg, 5.4 rpg | 43.6% FG, 39.6% 3P, 87.5% FT
Lowry, like those above him, would be a sublime addition. An high-level
defender and floor organizer with championship pedigree, he’d raise the Bulls
’ ceiling considerably.
But he’s also up there in age and likely looking for a proven team and lofty
contract if he leaves Toronto in unrestricted free agency. The Heat (who will
be cap flexible), 76ers and Lakers were all linked to him at the trade
deadline.
Tier 3: Fallback Options
Derrick Rose, Knicks: Proved this year he can still captain a winning team
and perform on both ends. The Knicks went 24-11 in Rose’s 35 regular-season
appearances, then he led them in scoring in the postseason. A return to
Chicago would be about more than a homecoming.
Goran Dragi Heat: His contract carries a $19.4 million team option for
next season, which the Heat could decline if they decide to pursue a
bigger-splash move. While Dragi 35, showed signs of decline this season, he
’d be a solid veteran to add to the mix and still packs some scoring punch.
TJ McConnell, Pacers: Bulls fans know McConnell’s feisty defensive ways as
well as anyone, and he’s a nifty facilitator to boot. While not glamorous, he
’d be an impactful piece to a revamped three-guard rotation.
Alex Caruso, Lakers: Would considerably improve the Bulls’ point-of-attack
defense and, while limited offensively, even cracked 40 percent from 3 this
season on low volume.
Patty Mills, Spurs: A 38.8 percent 3-point shooter (37.5 percent on 6.3
attempts per game last season), Mills would add a spark — and a veteran —
to the backcourt.
Reggie Jackson, Clippers: Streaky offensively and suspect on the defensive
end? Sure. But Jackson was productive in his minutes for the Clippers this
season and has stepped up in the playoffs, shooting mid-40s from 3-point
range in both samples.
Ish Smith, Wizards: The 32-year-old is exiting the 11th season of his
journeyman career. A steady — and speedy — veteran option.
Elfrid Payton, Knicks: Payton would bring solid defense to the Bulls’
backcourt, but his offensive limitations were on display in an unceremonious
second season with the Knicks, which ended with him being fully supplanted by
Rose in the playoffs.
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基本上暑假市場上所有PG都在文章裡面了
作者是公牛隨隊記者
也都依照需求跟等級分級了
有興趣的可以自己看看
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其實這三個除了Dinwiddle之外都差不多啦……
Payne當初也超廢 看起來就只是個打街頭籃球的黑人
Grant的身體素質是這三個最好的但是球商太低
Grant當初一直想練成PG真的蠢 把他練成側翼鎖功能單純一點說不定還比較有救
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Payne那時候在公牛我覺得打球其實就自帶靈性
但是不夠強 就替補仔
太陽今年比賽很少看 看了兩三場
只能說可能每天被CP3教訓
Payne在公牛第一年遇到Rondo Wade JB這種惡搞後裔伯的陣容
然後從那時候到現在公牛的先發PG都是打工仔
Sato只是兼差的萬金油
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CP3追不到的話無妨
Conley或是Lowry來就可以改善很多事情
※ 編輯: vince4687 (111.83.153.14 臺灣), 07/03/2021 15:42:50