Belinelli would make a nice backup point guard for New Orleans.
Julian Wright wasn't going to work out for the Hornets. Good choice to move him. A bit disappointed they couldn't get more but Wright had disappointed for two straight years now so his value would have been low anyway.
Good move for the Raptors. Wright is the more talented wing player and he will offer more to that team than Belinelli does since Calderon + Jack have the point guard position locked down.
It's a pity the Celtics couldn't have gotten in on this deal and stolen Wright. He would have been a fantastic addition. One of the better wing defenders in the league today + a quality rebounder + great size/athleticism. Just what the Celtics needed. Lots of potential as a role player once he finds himself a home (similar to Ariza's situation when discarded by Orlando).
Good points on Wright. He really had no mentors at his position in New Orleans too. Had Paul but not anyone to really watch or team him within his position.
It's just New Orleans landing a backup PG for an underperforming wing who's possibility of starting for this team just got taken by Ariza. Makes sense for both I suppose. Any move that gives the Raptors someone who is a little physical and not just a jumpshooter has to be seen as a positive.
Again, you're mixing up your positions. Belinelli is a SG thru and thru.
I disagree. Belinelli has a very good handle and is a good passer. I also think the added amount of time he'll be spending on the ball will reduce some of selfish scoring traits because he knows the ball is coming back to him.
Belinelli played well as a point guard for Don Nelson and I think he has good potential at that position.
As a shooting guard, Belinelli is a low level player who isn't good enough to be a rotation worthy player. Not much potential for improvement here either due to his limited defense/rebounding contributions.
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