sco wrote:I thought I'd take a shot at a centralized discussion thread for FA PG's next season because there are so many similar threads.
Let's start with our needs:
IMO our biggest 2 needs are:
1) Ability to not only efficiently distribute the ball, but also effectively do so - which means want a guy who can dribble or pass a guy open for a good shot vs. a guy who just passes to an open guy, and do so without a ton of unforced TO's.
2) Defend quick PG's.
Do I care if he can get his own shot - sure, but honestly, with Zach and Vuc, I'm less concerned about it. Also, if we are starting Williams next season, I'd much rather he get the 3rd option shots.
The better options I saw discussed:
Ball - he's a name with hype, and he's had a good season. IMO, he's good, but not great at my 2 items above and he's gonna cost $20-$25M/yr, but he's got upside. I've seen improvement and he's got upside...I like that in a PG.
Graham - odd man out in Cha. Showed he's a decent, but not elite playmaker and his defense seems average. He'll be cheaper and still has upside.
Nunn - he seems like a SG playing next Butler, the team's real PG - not sure how good of a defender he is.
Conley - probably the best at my 1 and 2. he's old and not too durable and unless Utah blows-up, doubt he's going anywhere.
Lowry - also good at 1 and 2. he'll be available, but expensive. he's also old and not durable.
Dragic - like Nunn, seems more like a SG on Mia. Also old.
Dinwiddie - I think he is an ok, but not great playmaker. Seems like a good defender. Obviously he's coming off an injury, but his price might reflect the risk.
Rose - he's improved as a playmaker over the years and is probably still an average defender. Also on the older side, but might come at a reasonable price. Obviously would be a fan fave, but not sure if Zach would like losing the limelight.
Schröder - not sure he's more than average as a playmaker. I think he's a good defender. His price will also be $20M-$25M, but he knows Billy's system, and did well in OKC.
McConnell - he strikes me as the best value play if we are only focused on my 1 & 2. He seems like an average playmaker, but really good defender.
Rubio - A trade target who may have upside after a bad year in Minny.
Other guys I wouldn't love or hate:
Payton
Payne
Ntilikina
Dunn
Caruso
Mills
I think winning is the most important thing for Zach so I don’t see Rose’s popularity being an issue. LaVine’s career has been completely based on being on losing teams. He is dying to see success and the playoffs. I think he would welcome any guy that can help him get there.
