Indiana Pacers: 5 Reasons To Bring Lance Stephenson Home
By Evan Massey
May 30, 2014; Miami, FL, USA; Indiana Pacers guard Lance Stephenson (1) looks on during a game against the Miami Heat in game six of the Eastern Conference Finals of the 2014 NBA Playoffs at American Airlines Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports
2. Offensive Scoring Boost
One of Lance Stephenson’s biggest issues so far this season with the Charlotte Hornets is being an inconsistent scorer, but that was not the case during his tenure with the Indiana Pacers. His skills fit Frank Vogel’s system extremely well, and he was able to put up consistent double digits each and every night. He averaged 13.8 points per game last year, and it looked like there was even more potential for him to grow.
The Pacers could use his scoring boost, and they could use a player that can get to the rim and finish through contact like he can. His three-point shot could use some work, but he was improving as the season moved forward. Needless to say, he would be a major boost to the offense that the Pacers are currently working with due to all of the injuries.
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