Why The Charlotte Hornets Do The Deal
To be sure, there are risks involved in this acquisition. That’s exactly why Williamson might be available.
After all, his injury history is very concerning. Through Williamson’s first four seasons, he’s had exactly one year where he played anything close to a full slate of games. That’s a concerning track record.
On the other hand, when healthy, he’s been amazing. That’s not an overstatement.
If Williamson isn’t the best player in the NBA at generating paint touches, it’s only because Giannis Antetokoumnpo exists.
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So, this is a risk worth taking. Williamson’s skillset meshes perfectly with Ball’s. He can finish plays off of his elite passing inside, and their general inside/outside dynamic could make them unguardable.
Should the Pelicans allow them to put that duo together?
