TL;DR
- David Roddy, a 255-pound player, is available as an NBA free agent on a G League contract.
- Roddy, playing for Raptors 905, averages 21.5 points and 7.2 rebounds per game.
- Bleacher Report ranks Roddy as the No. 10 free agent, noting his defensive potential.
- His unique build and lack of outside shot present challenges for teams to utilize him effectively.
Should the Toronto Raptors feel the need for additional interior size during this season, a readily available option exists.
Playing for their G League team, Raptors 905, is a 255-pound interior presence averaging 21.5 points per game.
That's David Roddy. He's currently an NBA free agent while signed on a G League contract.
Bleacher Report ranks Roddy as the current No. 10 free agent available in the NBA.
"Roddy is a unique player, perhaps with more of an NFL build than an NBA one," B/R writes. "At 6'4", he's a sturdy 255 lbs. His most significant potential may lie on the defensive side of the ball, perhaps in a role similar to Josh Hart of the New York Knicks. What's most notably missing is his outside shot (career 30.2 percent from three-point range). He's currently on the Raptors 905, G League affiliate of the Toronto Raptors, averaging 21.5 points and 7.2 rebounds per game."
Roddy always had some playmaking skill to his game in college, too, as a solid passer.
For someone like him, it's challenging to make an impact, not solely due to his unique physical attributes but also because teams frequently struggle to determine how to best employ a player like Roddy. Specific strategies are required to leverage his abilities, and this isn't always a priority for teams when dealing with players further down their roster.
While a deal with Toronto would be convenient, Roddy isn't exclusively an option for The Raptors. Any NBA franchise might observe his current performance and decide to offer him an opportunity.
It wouldn't be surprising to see Roddy get NBA action somewhere before this season is complete.
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