Yes, Pelinka has repped/had relationships with Harden, Ariza, Gordon.



That said, Ariza SUCKED in the playoffs. Like really bad. Not that such is that unusual. He was even worse 3 years ago, though that was their bad year where they lost to the Warriors in the first round.



He was ok last year.



I mean... I'm all for these cerebral, intelligent, defense first wing player types ala Shane Battier and Trevor Ariza. But on the whole, I think DM has relied on them too much and overall when they get that label, its overrating them. The league is increasingly becoming littered with 3&D wings, and increasingly they are younger, more athletic, and can do more than just 3&D.



If the Lakers want Ariza, let them have him. If the GSW want Ariza, let them have them.



I love EG's punch off the bench, but I don't see why Harden can't just play SF full time. He defense players better the bigger they get anyway.

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