Jordan Goodwin
result:
Attesting our analysis of the guards two-way versatility, Goodwin paced Washington’s G-League affiliate, the Capitol City Go-Go, in both scoring and steals, yielding a remarkable 16.1ppg, 6.2rpg and 2spg stat-line through 2021/21.
Goodwin has now signed a two-way contract with the Wizards for the 2022/23 campaign.
Challenge
Though clearly versatile, recruiters concern was projected to center around the combo-guards ability to fit within a specified role on the games highest stage.
Principally used as a secondary PNR-ballhandler through college, Goodwin possessed modest assist numbers, which coupled with conservative shooting percentages could question the Saint Louis guards readiness to assume pro-level PG duties.
Listed at 6’4, 200lbs, the Chicago natives frame was expected to be scrutinized amongst NBA scouts when evaluating him for off-ball backcourt spots.
3FG%
Improved 3FG% year-on-year past 4 seasons
TOP QUARTILE
Ranked top-quartile on mid-range jumpers
LED TEAM
Led team, in fouls drawn FTs/AND-1s
HANDLED TRAPS
Handles doubles/traps in 58% of PNRs
Solution
Amplified the Saint Louis stars elite two-way versatility, demonstrating how a 6’10 wingspan, athleticism, IQ and tremendous natural instincts provide both offensive and defensive switch ability, essential in todays NBA.
Combined film-breakdown with advanced analytics to highlight the foundations of a solid perimeter shooting stroke, identifying great rhythm and balance alongside true NBA range and an ability to use advanced set-up moves to get to shots and spots.
Evaluated the Billikins guards NCAA final-year output against reputable NBA combos Lu Dort and Jrue Holiday. With all three players listed at 6’4 possessing similar athletic profiles, Goodwin out-performed the trio on rebounds, assists and steals, while pacing the group on 3PT%.
Translated Goodwins exceptional scoring and playmaking abilities to the NBA-level, emphasizing true three-level scoring prowess, proficient PNR decision-making and elite rebounding, abilities that will thrive surrounded by elite shooters and with the added pace and space of the games premier league.
50% 50%
Split between PNR-scoring and PNR assisted scoring
Held PNR-ballhandlers to just 0.76PPP / 25.9 FG
Limited off-screen actions to just 0.14PPP / 9.1 FG
Result
Received communication from every NBA franchise, accepting invitational pre-draft workouts with multiple teams, resulting in an Exhibit-10 deal with the Washington Wizards.
Attesting our analysis of the guards two-way versatility, Goodwin paced Washington’s G-League affiliate, the Capitol City Go-Go, in both scoring and steals, yielding a remarkable 16.1ppg, 6.2rpg and 2spg stat-line through 2021/21.
Goodwin has now signed a two-way contract with the Wizards for the 2022/23 campaign, already featuring in early season NBA action.
