Philadelphia 76ers: 2023 offseason starting shooting guards rankings

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20. Jordan Poole, Wizards

Despite scoring a career-high in points with the Golden State Warriors last season, it wasn’t a good season for Jordan Poole. Due to chemistry issues among other things, Poole was traded to the Washington Wizards this summer. The 6-foot-4 shooting guard might put up big numbers next season, but it probably won’t contribute to winning.

19. Anfernee Simons, Trail Blazers

It feels like Anfernee Simons won’t be a member of the Portland Trail Blazers for the long term, but for now, it appears that he will probably start for them in the meantime. The best role for the 6-foot-3 guard will probably be as a sixth man, but until something changes in Portland it’s fair to expect Simons to continue to start with Shaedon Sharpe or Scoot Henderson being their other options at the two guard position.

18. Austin Reaves, Lakers

Austin Reaves had a breakout season with the Los Angeles Lakers last season and was rewarded with a new contract this offseason. The undrafted 6-foot-5 wing has made himself into a legit three-level score and legit third option scoring on a contending team. Hopefully, he can continue his development from last season.

17. Jalen Green, Rockets

The Houston Rockets are ready to start winning and it will greatly depend on the development of former second overall pick Jalen Green. The 6-foot-4 guard has been a volume scorer up to this point in his career. However, Houston will need him to improve his efficiency and impact the game in other areas if they are going to start winning.

16. Devin Vassell, Spurs

There’s no doubt that the San Antonio Spurs were happy to see Devin Vassell take a big jump in his third year last season. The 6-foot-5 wing is more than just a 3-and-D wing now and he’s going to be key to building future success. He has the potential to go even higher on this list.