2 open roster spots but only enough cap space for one vet minimum. Clear need for SG depth that can shoot Melton, Burks, Brogdon, Mathews, Seth, Shamet, Beauchamp *Lillard, Beasley*
If we were getting Brogdon back, Shams would’ve mentioned it with the Cam trade, right? That’s who I want. Smart playmaker, good shooter, played under Ime in the past, and shouldn’t complain about a limited role due to his injury history.
Seems obvious that management is very happy with Udoka and asked Ime “what do you need to win it all?” The last roster spot will go to a guard who can play defense and shoot the 3. I hope it’s Melton. He will probably start the year slow, but be ready for the playoffs.
I’m really excited as the roster stands. I think we are the 2nd best team in the west. But I’m concerned about our ball handling - whileFred is excellent at taking care of the ball and getting us set offensively, we can’t expect him to stay healthy all year. Behind him we have Reed and Amen. Amen’s handles really need to improve in order to take on lead guard duties, and Reed needs to prove he’s nba-ready, let alone someone who can run an offense. Do I have confidence in those 3? Yes, but there’s a lot of risk not having another guy who can take on lead guard duties if needed. Holiday is not really one of those guys; he’s an undersized shooting guard. So I have some concern about backcourt depth and ball handling. But we have our team: Sengun/Adams/Capela Bari/DFS/Jeff Green KD/Tari/Tate Amen/Holiday FVV/Reed That’s 13. Nate Williams non-guaranteed is #14 although I’d prefer to replace him another guard at the min. I think we’ll keep that 15th spot open going into the season.
The first 13 are stacked. Whoever is in that 14th spot got to have the best team attitude and chemistry, practice guy, etc, because this is what this position will bring to the club.
im happy overall with the team. As I pointed out, I’m concerned about the backcourt, and specifically ball handling. I also would have gone for a guard instead of resigning Capela. But overall our team is potentially the deepest in the league and we can make any needed adjustments at the trade deadline.
Melton is a defensive hound, a likely candidate! I like the idea of offering Beauchamp a 2-way. Decent defender, great athlete and improving shooter. Not a playmaker for others, but would be a great get as a 2way
