Ariza was no longer donning Rockets red, but in House, D’Antoni and the coaching staff saw a physical specimen who had real potential as a 3&D stud. His combination of outside shooting, athleticism, versatility and IQ made him the standout choice, and McLemore’s similar skill set only complemented the 1-2 punch of sorts. “He’s more than just a three-and-D guy, although he’s really good at that,” D’Antoni said. “That’s probably what we need more than anything, but I think he can do a little bit of everything.”