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For J.J. Redick, It’s All About Efficiency
One of the major storylines in a rather uneventful off-season (aside from the Chris Paul rumors) for the Orlando Magic was when general manager Otis Smith elected to match the Chicago Bulls’ offer sheet and re-sign J.J. Redick to a three year, $20 million contract. Not too long ago, Redick was seen as a bust after being selected No. 11 in the 2006 NBA Draft and struggling to crack head coach Stan Van Gundy‘s rotation for nearly two seasons. But after hard work and perseverance, Redick has developed a niche with the Magic.
The niche?
An efficient shooter.
There’s no question that Redick had a breakout season with Orlando, but it seems like some people are overlooking how efficient he was offensively. Redick was one of the most efficient players on offense in the NBA last year. Yes, there are those that are aware that Redick posted career-high numbers across the board. Yet it seems like there are those that are missing the grand scheme of things when it comes to what Redick was able to accomplish with a defined role and consistent minutes. Though it needs to be stated that Redick earned his playing time.
Efficiency is the name of the game in basketball and there weren’t many players in the league that were as efficient as Redick on offense in 2010.
Comments
jesse | on 8/9/10
Iv enjoyed watchin u play from ur game with mcdonalds game.have been a duke fan my whole life an I’m 26 up 2 u grant hill was my fav duke but that changed thanx 2 u just wanted 2 say was waitin on u 2 let them nba boyz how good u are was really wantin 2 no if u still go 2 church srry if personal
Ryan Acuff | on 27/8/10
Mr. Efficient! Mr. Starter coming soon..
Kestrel | on 19/8/10
What a great article! I am looking so much forward to this season and seeing how much you improve, its going to be great! JJ i want to wish you the best of luck this coming season….so Good Luck!!! peace love and blessings always, Kestrel
DAVID BARKER | on 18/8/10
KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK JJ, YOU ARE THE REASON I PAY THE TICKET PRICES,,,,,,,,