The New Orleans Pelicans have struck a deal to sign sharpshooter Jimmer Fredette, according to sources close to the process. Sources told ESPN.com that the Pelicans and Fredette have agreed to terms on a one-year deal at the league minimum. Read more http://espn.go.com/nba/story/_/id/11230351/jimmer-fredette-new-orleans-pelicans-agree-deal
Everything you read talks about how outside shooting, particularly from beyond the arc, is at an all-time premium. Still, Fredette, who can not only spot-up shoot it from distance, but also create his own shot off the dribble, has to accept a 1-year minimum contract for a team named the Pelicans. Tell me again how defense isn't that important.