I don't know why the Wolves have been so focused on Jonny Flynn and Ricky Rubio when Wayne Ellington has the qualifications to be right in discussion with them.
One thing that really made the Wolves better in the draft was drafting players with specific skill sets that can help us now, thus making sure that we know we're getting one super bona-fide skill, and not just average all-around skills.
While Ellington can prove to be a lot more then just a shooter, as a rookie, he will play the role of "off guard."
There are various types of guards:
Point Guard: Purely facilitators or distributors, playmakers and penetrators. Usually excelling in ball handling, speed, and basketball I.Q. I.E Chris Paul, Deron Williams, Rajon Rondo, etc.
Shooting Guard/Combo: A guard with ball handling ski ...
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The Man under the Radar: Wayne Ellington’s Evaluation
Posted: 9th September 2009 by Matthew Hayden in NBAComments Off on The Man under the Radar: Wayne Ellington’s Evaluation