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Utah Jazz: Five free agent options at point guard

By Jared Woodcox

TORONTO, ON - JANUARY 26: Fred VanVleet #23 of the Toronto Raptors dribbles against the Utah Jazz at Air Canada Centre on January 26, 2018 in Toronto, Canada. 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 Tom Szczerbowski/Getty Images)
TORONTO, ON - JANUARY 26: Fred VanVleet #23 of the Toronto Raptors dribbles against the Utah Jazz at Air Canada Centre on January 26, 2018 in Toronto, Canada. 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 Tom Szczerbowski/Getty Images) /
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CLEVELAND, OH – APRIL 25: Jose Calderon #81 of the Cleveland Cavaliers reacts to a second half three point basket while playing the Indiana Pacers in Game Five of the Eastern Conference Quarterfinals during the 2018 NBA Playoffs at Quicken Loans Arena on April 25, 2018 in Cleveland, Ohio. Cleveland won the game 98-95 to take a 3-2 series lead. 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 Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)
CLEVELAND, OH – APRIL 25: Jose Calderon #81 of the Cleveland Cavaliers reacts to a second half three point basket while playing the Indiana Pacers in Game Five of the Eastern Conference Quarterfinals during the 2018 NBA Playoffs at Quicken Loans Arena on April 25, 2018 in Cleveland, Ohio. Cleveland won the game 98-95 to take a 3-2 series lead. 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 Gregory Shamus/Getty Images) /

Jose Calderon

Much like was the case with Yogi Ferrell, this wouldn’t be a sexy or big-time pickup. However, the addition of Jose Calderon would bring in a savvy veteran who knows the game well, could be an excellent locker room presence and can shoot the ball well. Although it was in limited playing time, Calderon shot 46.4 percent from behind the arc this past season in Cleveland. He’s shot above 41 percent for his career, which is a very encouraging mark.

With that being the case, Calderon could very well be a serviceable backup for the Jazz if they were to need to replace Raul Neto. The Spanish Calderon would very likely fit in with Utah’s international roster and would likely be close with fellow Spaniard Ricky Rubio. His long career would help him be an impeccable mentor to the likes of Dante Exum among others, meaning even if he never saw the court, there would be value in his addition.

Calderon is certainly nearing the twilight of his career, but he’s shown on several occasions that he still has enough left in his tank to contribute. When George Hill went down to injury in Cleveland’s first-round series against the Indiana Pacers, Calderon gave the Cavs some fantastic minutes and at times appeared more energetic and effective than even Hill had been.

He could also be had for relatively cheap, which, considering that the Jazz will want to be cautious to avoid handcuffing themselves with any detrimental contracts, is another valuable aspect about him. Calderon wouldn’t be a stunning performer, but as a backup point guard and locker room mentor, he could turn out to be a subtly nice fit.

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