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Atlanta Hawks
2016 3-point Accuracy: 33.1 percent
Thompson 3-point Accuracy: 38.9 percent
The Atlanta Hawks are holding their own. Last year’s strong finish did not carry the team to the championship. Right now, the team is counting on two rookies: Taurean Prince, and DeAndre Bembry, to be ready in time for a playoff run.
Both are rookies, and neither is getting much playing time.
The other option is ten year veteran Thabo Sefolosha. But Sefolosha’s three-point shot has faded over the past four years. To win playoff games, a team needs defense and perimeter shooting.
Thompson would be a boon to the team. His age would align him with the core of the team. His three-point shot would open up the offensive playbook, and his maturity would be welcome addition to any NBA team.