Sacramento Kings: 3 Reasons To Target Trevor Ariza

By Rafe Wong | Jun 28, 2018

SACRAMENTO, CA - OCTOBER 18: Trevor Ariza #1 of the Houston Rockets attempts a free-throw shot against the Sacramento Kings on October 18, 2017 at Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, California. 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 Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2017 NBAE (Photo by Rocky Widner/NBAE via Getty Images) /

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HOUSTON, TX – OCTOBER 30: Trevor Ariza #1 of the Houston Rockets shoots the ball against the Philadelphia 76ers on October 30, 2017 at the Toyota Center in Houston, Texas. 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2017 NBAE (Photo by Darren Carroll/NBAE via Getty Images) /

3-and-D Potential

There is a reason why Ariza has been a starter in so many games. His skillset is ideal for the 3-and-D type of player which is perfect in today’s NBA. Last season, Ariza was able to make just under 37% of his shots from beyond the arc and in his career has made over 35% of his perimeter shots.

Not only can Ariza be a solid spot-up shooter, but his defense will also be a spark for the Kings. Although Trevor’s defense is not the same compared to when he was playing in his prime, he is still a decent enough defender to handle his own against opponents.

For the longest time, the Kings have been looking for a 3-and-D guy at the three, and Ariza is one of the few free agents this year that fits the mold.

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