Which Suns two-way player has the best chance at making the team?
By Matt Escobar
2. Ty Ty Washington Jr.
Like Gillespie, Ty Ty Washington Jr. put up insane stats in the G-league last season, averaging 21.3/4.2/8.3 while hitting 42% of his 3s. But unlike Gillespie, Washington Jr. profiles more as a combo guard at the NBA level.
This was evidenced by his Summer League performance with the Milwaukee Bucks, when he was used more as a scorer and floor spacer with less playmaking duties.
That type of player fits better with the Suns, who desperately need a shot creator on their bench.
Washington Jr.’s 3-point ability would also make him exceedingly valuable for a Suns team that has had trouble adding shooters this offseason. At 6’3 with a 6’8 wingspan, he’ll stand a much better chance on defense than Gillespie as well.
It’s still unlikely the Suns go with a guard to fill in this last spot so, like Gillespie, Washington Jr. will stay on a two-way as insurance, this time for the various combo guards the Suns possess.