In a corresponding move, Allonzo Trier was waived. He played college basketball for the University of North Carolina. ▪ The FO had no answer other than to bend over, particularly after the idiot HC essentially advocated in the media that the FO do it. He was named a McDonald's All-American in his senior year. He did become iso Trier. [3] While on the court, Pinson's passing, defense and leadership played a key role in the Tar Heels' run to consecutive Final Fours. Or, in that event, someone might have traded for him at the deadline. A 6 ft 5 in (1.96 m) swingman, Pinson was the starting shooting guard for the Tar Heels' 2017 NCAA championship team. I didnât say they are the same I said similar in the fact all three are great scorers especially in iso. As taking advantage of the little playing time he was given. Something like that. The result was Trier 60 days into his career, had both a team status and a contract that were higher than his game could justify. Pronunciation: \THEE-o PIN-sin\ Theophilus Alphonso Pinson Twitter: tpinsonn (Spark Plug) Position: Shooting Guard Shoots: Right 6-5, 212lb (196cm, 96kg) Team: New York Knicks. A 6 ft 5 in (1.96 m) swingman, Pinson was the starting shooting guard for the Tar Heels' 2017 NCAA championship team. IMO, everything that’s happened since flowed from that. The Pinson/Trier swap represents the second roster change made by the Knicks this week. The Knicks have claimed swingman Theo Pinson off waivers, waiving guard Allonzo Trier to clear a spot on their roster, the team announced today in a press release. One of those guys was a perennial All-Star, 3-time Olympic Gold Medalist and likely a Naismith Hall-of-Famer. Heâs a SG version similar to Micheal Beasley/Carmelo Anthony. Theo Pinson. Reminded me of John Starks. Theo Pinson UNC - Team Pinson, Greensboro, North Carolina. [4][5] During the Tar Heels' 2017 championship run, Pinson's playmaking helped the team defeat Kentucky in the South Regional Final, as his full-court drive and pass set up a game-winning shot by forward Luke Maye. [7], After going undrafted in the 2018 NBA draft, Pinson joined the Brooklyn Nets for the 2018 NBA Summer League. Subscribe to our Free Newsletter, This Month in Sports ReferenceFind out when we add a feature or make a change. Twitter: Never understand why you donât develop that. Former Tar Heel guard Theo Pinson has been signed to the New York Knicks as announced by their social media. 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Pinson, 24, spent his rookie season in 2018/19 on a two-way contract with the Nets, then got a guaranteed contract from the team this season. Theo Pinson has also played for North Carolina Tar Heels men's basketball team in his college days. He posted 11.2 points, 4.0 rebounds, and 2.2 assists per game in five summer league games. [10] On April 10, 2019 the Nets converted Pinson's two-way deal to a full NBA contract. Latest on New York Knicks shooting guard Theo Pinson including news, stats, videos, highlights and more on ESPN Someone should pick him up. Do you have a blog? Are you a Stathead, too? [16][17], In December 2019, Pinson began to see more minutes for the Nets due to an Achilles injury to David Nwaba. Go Heels! Question, Comment, Feedback, or Correction? Plus he got attitude. Play-by-play data available for the 1996-97 through 2019-20 seasons. Right, Born: [21], North Carolina Tar Heels men's basketball 2016–17 NCAA champions, "Three UNC basketball signees named McDonald's All-Americans", "2011 USA Basketball men's U16 national team finalizes roster: Theo Pinson makes the cut", "Theo Pinson perseveres to celebrate NCAA title with Tar Heels", "Infectious both on and off the court, Theo Pinson charges North Carolina", "The Tar Heels' X-factor? Full Site Menu. Pinson was claimed off waivers by the Knicks on Friday, Chris Iseman of The Bergen Record reports. 2 Pick? > Theo Pinson. We present them here for purely educational purposes. Trier better sign with a TBT team and try to win a million bucks. With his current deal and being a RFA, he had no trade value. Totally over the top in giving the kid accolades and a staring role consistent with a top 10 pick. Are you saying heâs better than Kentavious Caldwell-Pope? As a Shooting guard / Small forward, Theo Pinson reportedly earns around $77,250 as his yearly salary from Brooklyn Nets. Ian Begley of SNY.tv (Twitter link) first reported the pair of moves. Theo Pinson Net Worth and Salary As of 2019, he is under a 1 yr (s) / $838,464 contract with Brooklyn Nets. He should go play with Bron. [2], Pinson's college career was marked by injury early, as he broke the fifth metatarsal bone in his left foot and missed 14 games of his freshman season. Warriors Leaning Toward Anthony Edwards With No. Similar to Beasley and Melo meaning he’s a terrible defender? Players with careers of similar quality and shape (thru 2019-20). Do you have a sports website? Pinson appeared in 33 games for the … However, he struggled to produce, averaging 3.6 PPG on 2.90/.188/.938 shooting in 33 games (11.1 MPG). College: UNC ! Shot location data available for the 1996-97 through 2019-20 seasons. And the whole UNC Tarheels team. An undrafted rookie with a license from the HC to do (and not do) as he pleases will – in the midst of a 65 loss season – engender resentment from teammates. At the end of the season, Pinson was named to both the All-NBA G League Second Team and the NBA G League All-Rookie Team. Similar??? Beat Duke! Had he been controllable at around minimum wage for the initial 3-4 years of his career (like Robinson and most non-first round picks), I think he’s still with the team even with everything else the same. Please login to leave a reply. Dude knows how to score. Because the Lakers already have a traffic jam at SG.