Miami Heat: 2020-21 End Of Season Grades For Kendrick Nunn

The Miami Heat got the most out of Kendrick Nunn, defensively, but he’ll still have to figure out a way to give more going forward, especially if he’s in Miami.

As for many of the Heat’s guards not named “Jimmy Butler,” Kendrick had more than a few areas of weaknesses on the defensive end. At 6’2”,190 pounds, he still struggles to fight over screens and doesn’t get strong contests on opposing guards.

Individually though, he has the hustle factor, can get involved in fifty-fifty balls, and understands how to to move his feet to refrain from committing silly fouls. However, the next step for Nunn is to become a stronger communicator, which will allows for better reads for both he and his teammates.

Defensive Grade – C

With Nunn’s future hanging in the balance, many believe his time is up in South Beach. He couldn’t become that consistent starter like he was last season, but perhaps a reserve role is best suited role at this point.

As he’s only a couple of years from reaching his peak, it doesn’t seem likely that Nunn will ever become an elite scorer for any franchise. One thing is for certain, Nunn will be capable to produce immediately for whom he plays for next, whether he starts or comes off the bench.

Overall Grade – B-

As he’s set to become a Restricted Free Agent this summer, any team that’s willing to give a number that he’ll accept and Miami will most likely let him walk, especially if they are able to find stronger options at his position or equal for less money.

But for Nunn, taking the best offer, plus a greater situation where his game is needed would be a prevalent choice. It would be the smartest one as well, because he may never be a starter again in Miami, maybe.