SG, JR Smith
The Golden State Warriors can rescue JR Smith, a veteran on the Cleveland Cavaliers not playing due to the team’s desire to tank. While Smith makes eight figures this season, the Dubs could waive him next season as just under $4 million of his over $15 million is guaranteed.
That makes Smith’s contract basically expiring. For the Warriors, they’d likely buyout that remaining $3.87 million that’s not guaranteed. The question is would Smith’productionon warrant the Dubs trading for the sharpshooter.
It’s difficult to understand how beneficial trading for Smith might be. He’s played in just eleven games this season, averaging a career-low 6.7 points per game throughout those eleven. The few years prior to this season, Smith hasn’t shown the type of production that Golden State craves.
Golden State wants efficient contribution from the second unit. Smith, a career 41.9% shooter, hasn’t been efficient over the last few years. The Dubs, who near 50% from the field this season, could bring in Smith for the shooting and cap.
Making 2.0 threes per game for his career, Smith has a reputation for being a remarkable sharpshooter. They’d really have to value his non-guaranteed contract and high-volume shooting to bring him in though.