Actually, we have an excellent idea how he's going to fare defensively. Belinelli rarely defended PG's, has to defend SG's by default and defended some SF's out of necessity with all the wing injuries and also in the event they were lesser threatening offensive players than the SG. But spotting him based on match-ups is different than having him defend those positions consistently.
Why not? They've done it in the past at various positions. Besides, it's not as if those two can't play SF, if need be. They're going to try to remain as compe ive as possible and playing young, raw players, who are middling prospects to begin with, doesn't fit with that. Look for them to target young veterans who won't break the bank, like Seraphin, Henry, etc.
Exactly and they can find a 3-and-D wing in free agency. Despite having the girth for it in most match-ups, Diaw can't credibly play C, because he can't protect the rim or defensive rebound at an acceptable level. Backup C will be a major need, considering it's unlikely Splitter ever plays true starters minutes.
I couldn't disagree more. I'd be shocked if their plan for '15 is for Anderson (as an SG) and Jean-Charles to be the primary wing backups.