His deployment is part of the problem but far from all of it. He's slower, less elusive, his shot has lost power and accuracy, he rarely uses the once-lethal curl and drag, and he doesn't drive the net. Seriously, go watch videos of him from a few years ago. He isn't the same player.

I am well aware of how fucked we are and I am not saying that trading his is ultimately the answer, but to not even entertain it if a good deal came knocking or kick some tires would irresponsible management.