Golden State Warriors: Ranking 8 best wings to target in FA

By Tony Pesta | Nov 19, 2020

PORTLAND, OREGON - MAY 03: Rodney Hood #5 of the Portland Trail Blazers reacts after hitting a shot during the fourth overtime of game three of the Western Conference Semifinals against the Denver Nuggets at Moda Center on May 03, 2019 in Portland, Oregon. The Blazers won 140-137 in 4 overtimes. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Steve Dykes/Getty Images) /

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3. Rodney Hood

An Achilles injury cut Rodney Hood’s season short – but he was looking like the perfect role player to pair with two elite guards in Portland. This should make him an easy fit with Golden State.

Pros

Hood can score the ball fluidly. Whether it be off-dribble pull-ups or catch-and-shoot attempts, Hood is going to score in bunches wherever he ends up next season.

Before his injury, Hood was posting 11.0 points on 49.3 percent shooting from beyond the arch. If he can even come close to replicating this production for the Warriors he will be a welcomed addition to their bench.

Cons

While his Defensive Rating wasn’t ideal for the Blazers – he did rank second on the roster in Defensive Win Shares. Even so, the eye-test tells us Hood isn’t a very impactful defender and won’t be the missing key to patching up this defense.

Still, his strengths on offense will outweigh any potential mishaps that happen on defense. As long as his Achilles injury doesn’t significantly hinder his ability to move, Hood should be able to play quality minutes for the Warriors.

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