At least according to Steve "Mr Wizard" Kerr who calls him a solid defender
http://www.nba.com/suns/news/ggiricek_080304.htmlThe Phoenix Suns today signed guard Gordan Giricek (gor-DAHN GEAR-ah-check) for the remainder of the season, the team announced. Giricek became available when he was waived on Feb. 29 by the Philadelphia Sixers, who acquired him from the Utah Jazz on Dec. 29, 2007.
?We are excited to add a player of Gordan?s caliber,? said Suns President of Basketball Operations and General Manager Steve Kerr. ?He is an excellent shooter, a solid defender and a proven playoff performer.?