As a Chicago-based NBA data analyst, I break down why Jalen Suggs isn’t just a lesser version of Amen Thompson — he’s a mismatch in role, mobility, and impact. Using real defensive metrics and spacing models from my Midwest Basketball Digest, I show how position versatility and on-ball ability define modern roster decisions. If you're wondering why teams are choosing one over the other, this is the cold, hard analysis behind the trade speculation.