TDL Archived: The 2nd Rnd Pick Yankee Swap

[KillerLeft]

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.

Absolutely right. Noel is the right type of player, physically. Ideal, in theory. Long enough, athletic and fast for his size, not one of these bulky dinosaurs who can't hang today. 

But, and I don't know what it is, he just doesn't play well consistently. He turned down that big extension offer from Dallas (thank goodness) and hasn't really fit in anywhere since.

EDIT: having said all of that, I’d rather have him than McGee if that’s the best they can do.