NBA rumors: Franz Wagner on Wendell Carter Jr.: 'I think he’s our anchor for our defense when he’s out there'

1 year ago – via Michael Scotto @ HoopsHype
You guys have been playing without Wendell Carter Jr. for a while. What can he bring when he’s back from injury? Franz Wagner: Wendell is extremely versatile for a big man, which makes it super easy to play with him. He’s obviously a big lob threat and super quick out of pick-and-rolls to roll and put pressure on the defense that way. He can shoot it as well. I think the biggest thing is defensively. You can switch with him and play any type of coverage with him in the pick-and-roll. I think he’s our anchor for our defense when he’s out there. I can’t wait for him to be back.

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