Wesley Matthews has fit on the Indiana Pacers about as well as one could reasonably expect a midseason addition to fit. He’s added a three-point dimension to the team, his defense has been awesome, and he’s stepped into a position of need.
Fans are starting to love this dude, and rightfully so. The way he battles every night is noble. His fit into the locker room culture has been seamless. His postgame interviews with JJ are grandiose. And as already mentioned, he is a quality basketball player.
Somehow layered on all that is a feeling of trepidation.