The three-point revolution changed the NBA as much as any movement we’ve ever seen.
It may have changed the center position the most. Big men who shot threes used to be a rare commodity. In today’s game, they’re commonplace.
With that said, another development has taken place in recent years. Bigs who shoot threes can be found all over the league. For example, take Mo Bamba of the Los Angeles Lakers.
Now, bigs who can defend the perimeter have emerged as a result. If their primary assignment iso going to be shooting, having the foot speed to close out their attempts is an important skill.
When healthy, Robert Williams III of the Boston Celtics is a perfect example.
Could these two modern bigs get swapped for each other this summer?