The guy has a 7'7" wingspan, which is highly unusual for a guy who is 6'8". Also, despite being in his 4th season, he is only 22 years old (or one year older than Malachi). The way I see it, with Bogie, Buddy, Fox, and Mason at the guard spots, and with only JJ as a real future piece at the 3, I would rather have a raw, 22 year old with huge wingspan and athleticism who plays small forward, rather than a raw, 21 year old scorer who plays shooting guard.
It is a gamble, but if the cost is losing our third best SG prospect to get another SF prospect, I am okay with it.
EDIT- nevermind. Just read we are waiving him. I could have gotten behind bringing him in as a prospect.