Trevor Ariza

8. Trevor Ariza, SF, Lakers (UFA)
His game: Streaky 3-point shooter, good finisher off cuts, but marginal handle and no midrange jumper off the dribble. Tenacious, eager defender, both on the ball and in passing lanes. Quick and lanky but surprisingly strong, so he can defend bigger players in the post.

Thought of as a good fit for the Bobcats in free agency

Right system: A structured defensive-oriented one with at least one playmaker, because he's not comfortable shooting contested jumpers. Extremely quiet, so leadership has to come from elsewhere. Very adept at moving without the ball and a willing passer, so he flourishes in a pass-and-cut offense.

Wrong system: Freewheeling, drive-and-kick in which he has to handle or be a playmaker. His 3-point shot still isn't good enough to be a staple of his game.

Best fits: Lakers, Cavaliers, Celtics, Bobcats, Magic, Spurs, Rockets, Pistons, Jazz

 

I really like both players but as you guys already mentioned, Ariza is definitely better This guy was a big surprise this season, I dont believe that anyone thought he was going to be such a big part of the lakers success...

Hes very quick and has good hands, thats why he has so many steals...Hes also a great leaper and has really improved his jump shot...

 

Ive been seeing this all season. The guy is fantastic. Even when he was coming off the bench earlier this season he was a force to be dealt with. ARIZA is so amazing....

 

lol ariza fanboys wtf