Written by Dylan Hunter Carter
With a massive free agency looming this summer, its no surprise that there will be big changes in the league. Here are 6 examples of players who need to make a change in free agency and where they would fit best.
1. Kevin Love: The blockbuster trade sending Love to Cleveland last summer created massive hype amongst the league. Love was expected to compliment James and Irving with his masterful rebounding and elegant post play. This did not work out as expected. Besides the time he’s missed with injuries, Love has become a third option player after easily proving himself as a first option player in Minnesota. If Love wants to be a star and make lots of money, the best fit for him would be back with his hometown team; the LA Lakers. If he wants to contend immediately, he should resign in Cleveland. That’s all it comes down to.
2. DeAndre Jordan: The big man extraordinaire has played incredibly well for the Clippers in the 14-15 season. As a candidate for the MIP award, Jordan is seeking a nice contract this summer. While he loves LA, he also would like to expand his horizons and would possibly sign somewhere else. A great number of teams would be lucky to land Jordan. The New York Knicks would be a nice fit for Jordan. Its no secret that the Knicks miss a lot of shots, and Jordan lives for Offensive Rebounds and Standing Dunks. Jose Calderon could fill Jordan’s need for a point guard who can throw accurate passes and lobs. Just imagine Carmelo and Jordan playing together.
3. Rajon Rondo: The question that has been and will continue to be asked by NBA basketball fans for the past few years has been “What Happened to Rajon Rondo?” The 9th year point guard would compete with such intensity that any team would be afraid of him. Now, Rondo is playing a dismal game and becoming a forgotten player. Some thought Dallas would be the perfect change of scenery, but apparently not. Rondo needs to go to a team where there is no structure. He needs to go to a place where his passing expertise could be appreciated and he could become the triple double phenom that he left in 2012. The team Rajon Rondo needs is the Los Angeles Lakers. The Lakers need a solid passing point guard, and Rondo needs a fresh start on a team where he can get himself back into Triple Double form. The shooters of the LA Lakers would be a dream for the pass first point guard and the strong inside play of Jordan Hill and Carlos Boozer are in dire need of a good passer. The fit makes sense for Rondo and for the rebuild of the Lakers.
4. Greg Monroe: Averaging 16 points and 10 rebounds, Greg Monroe has proven himself to be a dominant post player in the league. It’s no secret that the Pistons are focusing on Andre Drummond as their big man of the future, and it’s time for Greg Monroe to fit that role somewhere else. Monroe’s best bet for lots of money and lots of attention is in Los Angeles alongside Kobe Bryant and the rest of the roster. Monroe would fit the role that Pau Gasol had with the team and can become the top option for the team to run through. Kobe’s nearing retirement and the Lakers are looking to sign some great young talent as soon as possible, so this could be Monroe’s opportunity for some time in the spotlight and a huge paycheck.
5. Roy Hibbert: Things haven’t quite gone the way 7’2 Pacers Center Roy Hibbert would’ve wished they had since they dominated the league years ago. Lance Stephenson has moved on to (bigger, but certainly not better) things. All Star Paul George hasn’t played this season yet after recovering from a massive injury over the summer. Point Guard George Hill missed a huge sum of time between various injuries. Hibbert has been left with a broken team filled with young players who don’t quite know how to win yet. After a lot of pressure has been put on Hibbert, he’s had an extremely lackluster season with an extremely lackluster team, and he could use a change. Hibbert’s elite defensive play and massive size could be utilized immensely in Minnesota, where Hibbert could work alongside Kevin Garnett, who’s known for teaching and improving the skills of fellow bigmen, and Nikola Pekovic, who consistently injures himself. Hibbert could easily clean up the glass and average a double double without trouble. Every good scorer needs a solid bigman to clean up the glass, and Hibbert could fit that role for Wiggins.
6. Jeff Green: Since returning from his devastating heart surgery during the 11-12 season, Green has been a consistent force in the league. With the Boston Celtics, Green was given the opportunity to play with a fantastic pass-first point guard in Rajon Rondo and a young offense where he was widely regarded as the leader. This type of scenario is where Green operates best and where he should play again. Green is battling for playing time in Memphis between defensive specialist Tony Allen and veteran sharpshooter Courtney Lee. In order to strive in the best years of his career, Green needs to find a new home. Green would fit in well with the Atlanta Hawks, bringing a level of intensity and athleticism that could push them further into championship contention. Another option for Green is with the struggling Charlotte Hornets. There has never been a clear starting small forward for the Hornets, and Green would bring the passion that the team needs to compliment Kemba Walker and to bring home victory. Green could also be a big influence on former #2 Pick Michael Kidd-Gilchrist.
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