Lance Stephenson, the NBA's new bad boy has signed a three-year, $27 Million dollar contract to join the Charlotte Hornets. This is a huge victory for Michael Jordan and company. Stephenson was considered one of the best free agents on the market. The Pacers offered him a five-year, $44 Million dollar contract to stay in Indiana. Stevenson chose a shorter deal in hopes of cashing in two years from now. The deal with Charlotte includes a third year team option.
Stephenson's antics last season certainly cost him some dollars. The 23 year old has as bright a future as any Small Forward in the NBA. Despite having a break out season, the Pacers front office was split on bringing Stephenson back.
For the second consecutive year Michael Jordan has landed a significant free agent. Al Jefferson helped the Hornets win 43 games last season. With the addition of Stephenson Charlotte could possibly slip into one of the top four slots in the Eastern Conference.
Indiana will miss Stephenson's services this season. He initiated the offense during the latter parts of last season. George Hill probably isn't the best option at Point Guard. The team struggled to score down the stretch. Finding a way to get easy baskets has to be on top of their off season agenda.
Stephenson is no stranger to trouble dating back to his days as a prep star at Abraham Lincoln High School in Brooklyn. Hopefully a new home can help the young talent stay out of trouble.
Championship teams can use a player like Stephenson on their roster. He brings an edge to the basketball game that you don't find in every player.
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