"With a terrific 96.3 defensive rating, a 20.1 total rebound percentage, and an ACB-leading 7.96 block percentage, Tavares is also producing on the court.
Synergy Sports statistics also look fantastic for Tavares, as he is allowing only 0.675 PPP on post-ups, 0.824 PPP on pick-and-rolls, and 0.5 PPP on isolations.
When scouting Walter Tavares last year, I thought he'd be an extremely limited offensive player, but there is hope for him since he has improved his free throws to a respectable 76.6 percent. There are no guarantees that he translates that into a mid-range jump shot, but at least the production is there from the line.
Regardless, it's important to look at a big man's proficiency in the pick-and-roll, even if they have limited opportunities. There, it's easy to like what Tavares has accomplished. He slips nearly all of his screens (probably instructed to by coaches), but he rolls hard to rim and finishes well, with a quality 1.238 PPP."
I know we have a promising 7'2 center project already, but, if we have a roster spot for Beidrins, we have a roster spot for Tavares.
I dont see the Jazz going into next season with only Favors, Enes and Rudy at center so, why not a monster defensive prospect