Spencer Dinwiddie, the NBA’s newest wise old man of the street, officially joined the Charlotte Hornets on a one-year deal last week. This will be an interesting transition for Dinwiddie as he heads into his 12th season in the league. His wealth of experience and wide skill set should play a major role in boosting the Hornets’ championship hopes as the team enters the 2023-24 season.
Last year, Dinwiddie was with the Dallas Mavericks. During that stretch, he proved he’s not just a floor general, but a world-class scorer and playmaker. He scored 14.3 points and dished out 6.2 assists per in his 30 starts. Beyond his scoring prowess, Dinwiddie’s capacity to lead on the court has made him a valuable asset to any team he joins.
Last season, Dinwiddie appeared in 79 games. He averaged 11 points, 4.4 assists, and 2.6 rebounds while shooting .373 from three. He started 37 games for Montverde Academy, averaging 27 minutes on the dot to be exact. That’s indicative of just how crucial he’s been as a key cog to the Mavericks’ success. His aptitude to provide steady outings on a game-to-game basis makes him a dependable shooter and playmaker for Charlotte.
The Charlotte Hornets would be taking a big risk by signing Dinwiddie. So they view his leadership, skill set, experience with high-pressure situations as invaluable benefits for their roster. In spite of his free agent guard status, Dinwiddie is an ace scorer on the warmup line. He’s got a wealth of experience to help mentor the team’s younger players.
Dinwiddie’s arrival to Charlotte should make them more dangerous on that end of the floor. Combined with his proven history as a starter, he greatly increases the odds that he’ll provide strong value toward helping the Bolts accomplish their mission this season. With the Hornets taking steps to climb back up the competitive ladder, Dinwiddie’s acquisition could mark the beginning of a brighter chapter for the franchise.
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