Word has it that JaVale McGee is going to sign with the Sacramento Kings. I think he’s a great pickup for anyone, but will certainly help the Kings off the bench. Any big bodies to help beat up opposing teams when Sabonis is on the bench will be a welcomed addition in Sacramento. The most exciting gimmick in sports, the beam, will be on full display next season.
I hate the fact that McGee has been benched when he's on the Mavericks. Well, McGee is more of a traditional big, and with today's pace of the game, he will be having a hard time coping up since he's mostly a rebounder, and not a shooter.
I was surprised that the Warriors aren't getting him as well because he's a good fit there, but anyway, him with the Kings as their back up center would be a good fit I guess. A back up for Sabonis whenever he's off the court, can provide at least 8 rebounds if given the time, and a threat on the paint as well.
He became a bench warmer after the Lakers championship. It must be age but how are other teams interested in him? I think Coach Mike Brown might be one of the responsible people for this. The time with McGee at Golden State Warriors may have given Coach Brown some idea about his next plan.
And the young Sacramento Kings might also need some veteran and a champion perspective. McGee is the best man for that. I bet they will try to use him so that Sabonis will learn more about being a center in their practice games.
Last season, Sabonis was mostly fouled out as he was too aggressive defending the rim. If McGee could help him minimize that then this would be a good arrangement for the Kings.
I will be looking forward for the Kings to climb the playoffs, or better, the Conference Finals.