Why The Memphis Grizzlies Do The Deal
Question: what’s better than a versatile frontcourt defender? How about two versatile frontcourt defenders?
The prospect of Jackson Jr. and Green together is tantalizing for those who love defensive basketball. Count us among that group. This pairing should be challenging for opposing teams to contend with.
In fact, their skill sets mesh perfectly. Jackson Jr. is a rim protector who can survive in space, whereas Green is a perimeter stopper who can hold his own inside.
All told, there is no situation the two couldn’t cover together. It’s no exaggeration to say they could be the best defensive tandem in the NBA.
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Admittedly, the offensive fit is a little dicier. Neither of the two are great floor spacers, which doesn’t bode well for Ja Morant. At the same time, they are both, at least, willing floor spacers.
The Grizzlies would have five-out spacing here, even if every spacer wasn’t elite. Moreover, Greeen’s playmaking and dribble hand-off acumen could be a boon to the sharpshooting Desmond Bane.
Do the Warriors benefit from parting with Green?
