TDL Archived: The 2nd Rnd Pick Yankee Swap

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Been hoping for this ... Noel is one of my top realistic acquisition targets. 

About Noel “That’s who he is,’’ Thibodeau said. “We probably overlook all the other aspects of his defense because we always talk about the rim protection, which is obviously elite, but his pick-and-roll defense is terrific, as well. Just the way he can fly all over the court, he’s got great length, and it gives your team energy. And when you get into the open floor off that stuff, that gets everyone feeling good and easy buckets. It changes things.’’

I really like the idea of Noel. I want him to be the defensive difference-maker, and above the rim high-flying roll man, and be available.

But those words from Thibs seem suspect, when you consider he didn't get playing time for Thibs. Often completely inactive. Same thing in DET (he's played 62 mins total all season!). When combined with his previous track record as a Mav, I'd be inclined to look elsewhere.