Spencer Dinwiddie
I know that Spencer Dinwiddie isn’t exactly the cream of the crop when it comes to free agents, but perhaps his tier of player is a little more realistic of a target for the Jazz. And if this is a tier the Jazz can get, that’s still great news, because Dinwiddie is an exceptional talent.
He’s been somewhat overlooked in his career, but he was a Most Improved Player candidate last year and continues to shine this season, putting up nearly 15 points per game on respectable shooting splits of 46 percent from the field 37.9 percent from deep. That might not blow your mind, but compared to how poor Utah’s shooting has been this year, those marks would be a heaven-sent.
Not only that, but I think Dinwiddie still has plenty of room to grow and continue to improve on offense, especially in Utah’s renowned system. He’s a prolific team player and a willing defender who could fit nicely in the Jazz system.
And, unlike most of the players on this list, Dinwiddie would be a nice addition that wouldn’t necessarily break the bank. Sure, his phenomenal play will have him due for a pay raise next season, but not necessarily one that sinks Utah’s financial ship.
Again, he may not be the sexiest pickup, but he’d still be a great addition and a potentially solid consolation prize should any of Utah’s coveted big fish not come through.