The Portland Trail Blazers are trying something different this season: playing Evan Turner as the full-time backup point guard. Throughout his stint with Portland he has been and out of starting lineups, but this change now looks for good. For this season, Turner will fit into a clearly etched out role.
And so far, so good. Turner has begun the season averaging 10.1 points, 4.3 assists (2nd on the team), and 5.1 rebounds. The second unit moves the ball well with him at the helm, and he can get to his spots around the floor for his own shot too.