Handing out a grade for Vasilije Micic's half season with the Charlotte Hornets.
Vasilije Micic was a revelation after being traded from the Oklahoma City Thunder to the Charlotte Hornets. The 30-year-old point guard made his NBA debut in 2023 after spending a decade in Europe as a lead guard for a number of squads. His slick ball handling and savvy playmaking brought a distinct European flair to the Queen City and impressed from day one.
His statistical output will rarely "wow" onlookers, but his play is always solid. Micic is a solid pick and roll ball handler who possess the ability to tilt the court with fancy passes and vision that feels like he has eyes in the back of his head. He's an inconsistent shooter, but his craftiness with the ball in his hand around the rim allowed him to occasionally create his own offense.
If the 2024-25 Hornets are healthy, Micic will have a field day taking on opposing bench players while LaMelo Ball holds down the starting spot.Micic is a bit of a turnstile on the defensive end. He boasts solid size for a guard at 6'5", but his lack of elite wingspan made him a target for opposing offenses.
The three ball is a struggle for Micic as well. On 3.6 attempts per game in Charlotte, Micic shot a paltry 29.4% from range. When surrounded with shooting, his connectivity as a passer makes up for his lack. On an offense that doesn't boast snipers, Micic's inability to knock down treys becomes a liability.The 25 point, eight assist masterpiece Micic put on in a win against Memphis was clearly his high water mark.
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