Sacramento Kings: 3 Reasons To Sign Zach LaVine

By Rafe Wong | Jul 4, 2018

SACRAMENTO, CA - FEBRUARY 5: Zach Lavine #8 of the Chicago Bulls looks on during the game against the Sacramento Kings on February 5, 2018 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 2018 NBAE (Photo by Rocky Widner/NBAE via Getty Images) /

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The Chicago Bulls’ Zach LaVine (8) tries to block the shot of the Philadelphia 76ers’ Amir Johnson (5) in the first half at the United Center in Chicago on Thursday, Feb. 22, 2018. The Sixers won, 116-115. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune/TNS via Getty Images) /

Defensive Potential

Like I mentioned, LaVine is a great athlete. He definitely has the physical tools to become a good defender in the league which would help the Kings’ defense immensely if he is able to reach his potential.

Not only do I think LaVine could be a good NBA defender, but a versatile one too. He is both athletic and long enough where I can foresee him holding his own against point guards, shooting guards, and small forwards if necessary.

In my opinion, great defenders need to have a good motor, athleticism, and high defensive instincts. So far, LaVine only has athleticism checked on the list. But the other two aspects are definitely within his control.

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