Robert Covington
The length and timing that Mikal Bridges brings in off-ball defense is something that causes real issues for opposing offenses when teams get him switched off their primary initiator. Having more defenders with length to fill that role alongside Bridges could add to the Phoenix Suns’ defensive versatility.
On the 2021-22 season, Robert Covington is averaging 7.6 points, 5.7 rebounds, and 1.4 assists while providing 1.5 steals and 1.3 blocks in 29.8 minutes per game. He’s shooting 34.3% from deep after coming up empty on his last 11 attempts from beyond the arc.
Covington is not the defender he once was, there’s no denying that fact. However, taking a chance on him at the NBA trade deadline to see if he can find his previous form in a more motivating environment could perhaps be an intriguing option.
Chris Paul already has previous experience playing alongside Robert Covington during their shared time as members of the Houston Rockets. The catch-and-shoot oriented skill-set that Covington offers is limited in nature but can keep the defense honest.
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Far from perfect, Robert Covington has real limitations to his game and he’s slowing down in his NBA career, but regardless, he can get the job done in some key areas as a complementary talent.
