A European swan song is ideal for Evan Fournier

Fournier leaves the NBA with career averages of 13.6 points, 2.7 rebounds and 2.5 assists, shooting 44.1% from the field and 37.4% from three-point range. 

As a French national, a move back to Europe makes sense for Fournier. He will be closer to home, he can embrace a big role on one of the best teams on the continent and his schedule will be considerably lighter.

At 31-years-old, Fournier has multiple years left of high-level basketball. It's better to spend those final years playing consistently rather than being glued to the bench like he was during his tenure with the New York Knicks. We've all seen how much better Fournier looks when playing under FIBA rules whenever he's suiting for the French national team. 

Fournier's move to Europe is a smart decision. He enjoyed a highly respectable career in the NBA. Now, he can focus on carving out the final chapter of his story and potentially leaving a lasting impression on the European leagues. 

That way, once he hangs up his sneakers, he can look back on his time as a professional and know that he succeeded everywhere he went, even if it wasn't always easy.