J.J. Redick Thought Dead; Found Scoring 27 Points Against Toronto
Once left for dead, J.J. Redick reappeared on Sunday to help lead the Orlando Magic over the Toronto Raptors.
J.J. Redick may have been the best college shooter of his generation, though Stephen Curry might argue with that. Regardless, his pro career has not lived up to his billing while at Duke.
In three NBA seasons, J.J. Redick has average 14 minutes per game and 5.6 points, hardly what you would expect from a two-time college All-American. But an injury to Vince Carter allowed Redick to start against Toronto on Sunday. And he took advantage with a career high 27 points, on 8-14 shooting from the field, 5-8 from 3 point land.
The match-up against the Toronto Raptors worked in Redick’s favor, as there defense philosophy is “a good offense is the best defense.” But still, it is an encouraging sign for a disappointing draft pick who has been buried deep on the Orlando Magic roster. With off-season additions of outside shooting threats Vince Carter a Matt Barnes, you’d figure even less time would be available for Redick.
Though one game does not make a season, it is encouraging to know that when his number is called, J.J. can deliver…at least for now.
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