03-21-2021, 01:30 PM
(03-21-2021, 09:29 AM)DanSchwartzgan Wrote: JRich provides Elite Defensive reputation, though the D is actually better when he sits (same is true with DFS). But, JRich kills us on Shot Creation and Perimeter Shooting at a position that should provide both. He's the 79th rated SG by RPM. If you look at the list of guards who make positive contributions compared to Power Wings, it would be much easier to find an upgrade for JRich than an upgrade for DFS. So, I'm starting to take notice more of the rumors around Lonzo, Lowry, Fournier, Hill and Graham.
I think this is too small a sample for something like RPM, especially when it includes a period of struggle with the whole Covid thing. The second half of the season will probably be a better gauge of what he is as a player and how he fits with the team. Most likely he will be a 15 a game scorer with a 3 point shot that will regress to roughly league average and provide very good perimeter defense. He has been a quality starter on good teams for most of his career, and he will probably be the same here. That is something we desperately need. I am skeptical you will be able to trade him (at a point of his lowest value) for something that will work out better.