Conclusion
R.J. Hunter doesn’t feel like the perfect fit for the Phoenix Suns at No. 13, but the team could certainly do much worse if his shooting translates to the next level as effectively as it seems like it will. Hunter could become a very tricky player to guard because of the pick-your-poison combo of his quick release jump shot and his ability to blow by defenders trying to close out.
At that point, Hunter’s experience being a team’s primary playmaker will kick in, helping spare him from always having to shoot a three or take it straight to the rack — something he still needs to work on. Alongside another slash-and-kick guard like Bledsoe or Knight, Hunter could spread the floor to open up driving lanes or create for others off the bounce.
However, there are reasons for caution here as well. Hunter still needs to bulk up and his ability to hold his own on the defensive end will be a slow work in progress. Add that to the fact that shooting guard is not Phoenix’s most pressing need with Knight possibly re-signing and youngster Archie Goodwin already in need of minutes, and Hunter isn’t an ideal fit.
Of course, this all depends on who is still available at No. 13, but there’s a good chance the Suns will have superior options. If the Suns truly are drafting by best player available, Hunter could be in play, but it’s hard to see how he’d wind up being Phoenix’s top choice.
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