The Southwest Division is home to some of the most talented and exciting point guards in the NBA. Whether it’s Luka Doncic’s wizardry, Ja Morant’s explosiveness, Dejounte Murray’s defense, Fred VanVleet’s clutch play, or Chris Paul’s veteran savvy, these starting point guards will be a driving force behind their teams’ success. Thankfully, the unpredictable New Orleans Pelicans employ the most amped-up backcourt answers in the NBA.
Unfortunately, Jose Alvarado is entering the final year of his current contract and the team has little wiggle room when it comes to a long-term deal. As the energetic and tenacious point guard gears up for this pivotal season, Alvarado is determined to prove his worth and secure a lucrative extension. The problem for the Pelicans is that Alvarado deserves job security but the team would be better off signing the role player to one-year rolling deals.
It is not an enviable position for EVP David Griffin’s reshuffled front office. Alvarado’s performance on the court has already established him as one of the best reserves in the league, and this season presents an opportunity to solidify that reputation…