5 players the Utah Jazz should target this summer

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Now that the NBA draft is complete and new players will be going to new cities to start their careers, the NBA will turn it's attention to the free agent market as a way to build their teams. The Utah Jazz will be no different from other teams, and will try to do all they can to convince talented players to come and play with it's young team in Salt Lake City. Here is a list of five players the Jazz should target this summer, and who could be a great benefit to the team. 5. Jason Richardson Last Season's Team and Salary: Phoenix Suns and Orlando Magic, $14.4 million Jason Richardson was behind Gilbert Arenas and Dwight Howard as the third highest-paid player in Orlando last season. This offseason he will take a pay cut and will not make close to the $14.4 million that he did last year. Over his nine years in the league, Richardson has been known as an athletic scorer who has a variety of offensive tools. He has played on several teams, and although his scoring average dropped a bit this season, he will be a sought after free agent. If the Jazz were to sign Richardson, the team would get a shooting threat that could open up the offense for the low post players. He would also bring veteran leadership and athleticism that the Jazz need. Projected Salary: 4 years, $28 million 4. J.R. Smith Last Season's Team and Salary: Denver Nuggets, $6 million It is no secret that J.R. Smith is no longer a good fit in Denver. After falling out of favor with head coach George Karl, look for Smith to leave the Nuggets. Sure, both sides say they want to make it work, but it is not likely. J.R. Smith is a very athletic player that can be one of the top long-range shooters in the league. His explosiveness off the bench has been a major asset in Denver, and he will draw a lot of interest in the free agent market. One could compare Smith to former Jazz player Kyle Korver, but with better athleticism, explosiveness and defensive skills. He is another player who could help spread the floor offensively, helping the other players to be more open. It would be an added benefit if he was again willing to come off the bench for the Jazz. He is the type of player that brings excitement and energy when he steps onto the court and backs it up with his high level of play. Projected Salary: 3 years, $24 million 3. Andrei Kirilenko Last Season's Team and Salary: Utah Jazz, $17.8 million The Utah Jazz are very familiar with what Andrei Kirilenko brings to the team. Over the last 10 years, the Jazz have enjoyed his athleticism—and endured his inconsistencies. This summer he will draw a lot of attention in the free agent market, but it will be difficult to find the right price to pay him. He will definitely take a pay cut, but the question is how much? Kirilenko will be of value to many teams in the league, but he brings the most to the Utah Jazz. His familiarity with the franchise, his leadership and his athleticism would help this young team moving forward. If the Jazz can get him to return for a decent price, then it would be a good idea to bring him back. One only hopes the Jazz do not have to overpay to keep him, but that is a possibility. It may be difficult to see one of the franchise's ten best players leave in free agency, but that may be the case. Projected Salary: 4 years, $32 million 2. Caron Butler Last Season's Team and Salary: Dallas Mavericks, $10.5 million As the fourth highest-paid player on the Mavericks this season, Butler was injured and did not contribute much to the team. Since the Mavericks won the NBA Championship without him, there is a good chance he will go to another team as a free agent. Many teams will be interested in Butler, and in hopes that he can regain his pre-injury form. If the Jazz were able to work out a deal with Caron Butler, they would get a two-time All-Star who has been one of the top scorers in the league. He is very athletic, capable of creating his own shot, and would be a good leader on a young Jazz team. He would fit well as a starter and allow some of the younger players time to continue to develop. Due to the uncertainty of his injury last season, Butler is a player that the Jazz must look at seriously, but be careful not to overpay. The team must carefully evaluate his level of risk versus the potential reward he could bring. Projected Salary: 3 year, $24 million 1. Shane Battier Last Season's Team and Salary: Houston Rockets and Memphis Grizzlies, $7.3 million This summer, the Grizzlies will no doubt focus on the re-signing of front court players Zach Randolph and Marc Gasol. This could be good news for the rest of the league, as teams may be able to take Shane Battier away from the Grizzlies as a free agent. Battier is a solid defender and a good spot-up three point shooter. He is an all-around good guy and a great teammate. He would be a great influence and example for the young Jazz players. Like with other players on this list, the Jazz may need to spend a little more than Battier may be worth to get him to agree to play in Utah. If the team did pay more, he is one player who may be worth it, as he is the defensive player the Jazz have lacked for years. Projected Contract: 4 years, $31 million Source: http://www.examiner.com/utah-jazz-in-salt-lake-city/nba-free-agency-5 -players-the-utah-jazz-should-target-this-summer -- ※ 發信站: 批踢踢實業坊(ptt.cc) ◆ From: 203.196.98.32

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