The 6 - foot - 8 Faried might seem like an awkward fit for international ball , as he 's at a size disadvantage against larger big men , is n't an elite defender .
The 6 - foot - 8 Faried struggles to knock down perimeter jump shots .
The 6 - foot - 8 Faried might seem like an awkward fit for international ball , as he 's at a size disadvantage against larger big men , is n't an elite defender and struggles to knock down perimeter jump shots .