In the modern NBA, plenty of big men shoot 3s. After all, the league has undergone a three-point revolution.

With teams jacking up so many triples, big men who can’t shoot ought to provide an awful lot in some other aspect of the game. 

Often, that aspect is rim protection. Taking away dunks and layups remains a vital skill, and plenty of big men have it.

On the other hand, bigs who can both space the floor and protect the paint are a rare breed. Naz Reid of the Minnesota Timberwolves meets that description.

Meanwhile, the Wolves already start two big men in Rudy Gobert and Karl-Anthony Towns. Reid may never get the opportunity he deserves in Minnesota. 

Could he get it with the Los Angeles Clippers?