Much has been said about the Philadelphia 76ers‘ second unit. It’s not particularly strong, but in comparison to (recent) years past, it looks the part of a championship contender. Shake Milton and Matisse Thybulle have thunderstruck the fandom, while Alec Burks and Glenn Robinson III provide valuable depth for an inevitable postseason run.
One player who doesn’t get the credit — or the respect — he deserves is Raul Neto.
I’ve long voiced support for Neto, both on the site and on the podcast. He’s a good reserve — a genuinely solid player who can contribute meaningfully to a competitive basketball team.