2017 NBA free agency tracker: Grades for every deal so far
Mike Scott: 1 year, $1.7 million (Washington Wizards)
Free agent guard Mike Scott is finalizing a minimum deal with the Washington Wizards, league sources tell ESPN.
— Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) July 4, 2017
Mike Scott's deal with the Wizards is veteran's minimum ($1.7 million) for one season, I'm told. ESPN first.
— Jeff Zillgitt (@JeffZillgitt) July 4, 2017
The Washington Wizards need bench depth, that much is certain. Mike Scott hasn’t been part of an NBA rotation since 2014-15, with his minutes and role with the Atlanta Hawks on the downward spiral since 2013-14.
Last season, he averaged only 2.5 points and 2.1 rebounds in 10.8 minutes per game over 18 appearances. He shot a dismal 28.8 percent from the field and 14.8 percent from three-point range.
Clearly, Scott is a flawed player. But for a Wizards bench desperate for help, signing this 28-year-old veteran to a one-year flier is worth the minimal investment.
Bourguet Grade: C+
HoopsHabit Grade: C+