The NBA has indeed changed over the years. When LeBron James first entered into the league, the game was centered into attacking the basket. The majority of points scored was focused on posting up. That was the priority of points scored. If a double team came, then the big man would pass it out to the open man. That open man more than likely being a guard or a forward would then pump fake to try to get the defender off their feet and take a mid range shot. That was considered a high percentage shot at that time. Now, everyone in the league can shoot the three ball effectively, including forwards and centers.

The Washington Wizard’s biggest offseason move last summer was the trade with Denver that included Monte Morris and Will Barton. Barton became the franchise leader in threes made in Denver during his tenure. The Wizards were hoping he could bring some of that magic to Washington but things didn’t quite work out the way they expected. It wasn’t a surprise to see him bought out and enter free agency. 

Will Barton had many suitors. These suitors included the Philadelphia 76ers and the LA Lakers. However, whenever there’s a free agency update, the team that always signs the players are never the reported teams that are interested. Barton ended up signing with the Toronto Raptors. The fit there is perfect as he does something they desperately need, shoot the three effectively. Toronto runs a tight ship, so it will be interesting how he is used. 

More must-reads:

TODAY'S BEST
Prolific former Brewers, A's slugger announces retirement
Watch: Padres star passes father on all-time home runs list
Saints to sign veteran offensive lineman
Smother's Day: Pacers shut down Knicks in first half of Game 4
Pistons make wrong kind of history at NBA Draft Lottery
Watch: Pacers C Myles Turner makes absurd three-pointer in first quarter vs. Knicks
Hawks win 2024 NBA Draft Lottery
Giants place key outfielder on injured list
Broncos release former Super Bowl champion WR
Novak Djokovic thinks water bottle incident may have played role in surprising loss
Steelers agree to deal with veteran CB
Bruins captain out for Game 4 vs. Panthers
Veteran WR announces retirement from NFL
Mavericks come from behind to down Thunder, take 2-1 series lead
Stars continue road dominance with Game 3 win over Avalanche
Watch: Paul Skenes wastes no time showing why Pirates drafted him No. 1 overall
Watch: Braves were one out away from first no-hitter in 30 years
Roman Wilson hopes to become Steelers' next 'great' WR
Chargers sign veteran edge-rusher
Justin Allgaier dominates at Darlington for first win of 2024

Want more sports news?

Join the hundreds of thousands of fans who start their day with Yardbarker's Morning Bark, the best newsletter in sports.