Project Livingston II

If the topic is about players returning from injuries, who could forget that Clipper guard who tore three out of four ligaments, all while attempting a finger roll? He has probably become the poster boy of what ESPN described as "graphic images", and nearly two years removed from that, he will try to return to the competitive level of the NBA. Today, FantasyTank discusses: Shaun Livingston.

* Shaun Livingston
* #14
* Point Guard
* Los Angeles Clippers
* Height: 6-7
* Weight: 182

Why you should get him:
Balanced statline - Prior to his injury, Livingston provided his team with nearly 10 points, 3 rebounds, and 5 assists, along with a steal to boot. He never lived up to the hype he received coming out of high school, but he will make a decent guard to fill in your roster with what he was able to produce. Take note: was.

Why you shouldn't get him:
The knee - Oh, it could happen again. It could. GM's, just knock on wood that it doesn't.

Uncertain future - As of press time, the Portland Trail Blazers (frontrunners), the Miami Heat, and the Minnesota Timberwolves have displayed interest in the lanky ballhandler. If he does stay in Lala Land, he will have a hard time finding his minutes relieving Baron Davis. Either way, cracking the rotation will be one tough nut unless he regains a semblance of his former self.

Projected 08-09 statistics:
GP: 48
Ppg: 7.5
Rpg: 2.6
Apg: 4.9
Spg: 1.0
Bpg: 0.4
TOs: 2.2
FG%: 44.0
3sM: 0.3
FT%: 69.6



Verdict:
Methinks that Shaun Livingston will go undrafted on most leagues due to the high risk involved. However, those who may take a risk on him as a 15th round pick may benefit from his assists. Look for him to continue providing one steal if he can continue keeping up with smaller but faster point guards.

Photo courtesy of CNN Sports Illustrated