NBA Draft 2013: Why The Phoenix Suns Should Target Ben McLemore

June 11th, 2013 by Robby Baker Leave a reply »

The Phoenix Suns have many holes to fill in the upcoming 2013 NBA draft. Ben McLemore could fill more than a few of them.

McLemore could step in and be, with some fine-tuning, the most talented Sun come years end.

The sun didn't rise in Phoenix last year as the team had a disappointing campaign, ending with a record of 25-57.

A team that used to be known for their run-and-gun offensive ways saw themselves end the year averaging less than 96 points per game. In addition, Phoenix shot only 44 percent from the field and 33 percent from three-point range.

They ranked at the bottom of the Western Conference in nearly every offensive category.

McLemore is one of the best offensive talent in the draft this year and could help Phoenix right away.

 

Shooting Ability

McLemore shot nearly 50 percent from the field last year and 42 percent from beyond the arc. He also was a deadly 87 percent free-throw shooter.

SI.com's Chris Mannix says McLemore is the best shooter in this draft class:

During one season at Kansas, McLemore proved he could shoot, conne ...

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