Pacers fans and analysts are probably the worst people to objectively evaluate the basketball talent of Lance Stephenson.
From 2010-2014, Lance was a fan favorite. Even on teams with Paul George and Danny Granger, fans still adored Stephenson for his antics and stifling defense. His offense, while exciting, was mostly just okay, but his ability to guard anybody 1-4 successfully made him an asset to the team.
Then he left Indiana, and it all fell apart. In the last three seasons, he has played for six different teams. He has not been traded that many times, he got cut that many times.