Rodney Green

Rodney Green

Green, a combo guard with shooting guard size, played mostly off the ball this past season for Italian LegaDue side Casale. He did so because the previously profiled Casper Ware (here) had the ball in his hands the vast majority of the time. Green, then, played often off the ball, and did so well for a man who still doesn't shoot particularly well. He averaged 18.2 points, 4.1 rebounds and 2.0 steals in 32 minutes per game, shooting 48% from the field and 34% from three. Three turnovers per game and mediocre range notwithstanding, Green is probably best in this off-ball role - as fun as his post-ups from 30 feet away are, they are born out of necessity from having an exposable handle. Green's athleticism and slashing game translate, but without a three point shot, they'll be overlooked.

Rodney Green

La Salle guard Green has joined the summer league team most apt for his name. Green is a personal favourite of mine for one simple reason; it is entirely within his nature to bring the ball over halfcourt, start posting up from 40 feet away, back his way in all to the foul line, and shoot. How often do you see a 6'5 guard do that? Not very. Green's jumpshot is poor and his athleticism a concern, but he can handle the ball, pass, and most definitely post up. I didn't say he was an NBA talent, but I did say I like him.