Hayward Improvement Analysis
Posted: Mon Apr 23, 2012 4:34 pm
I broke down Hayward's per game statistics during an email chain with a friend. I wanted to share with you guys and get your feedback on his ceiling/limitations/whatever else based on his improvement from rookie to sophmore. Here it is:
Per game, Hayward has played 14 more minutes. Here's his progress in year 2:
Doubled his points, doubled his rebounds, doubled his steals, doubled his blocks, and tripled his assists. He also increased his FT% by 12 points.
On the negative side, his FG% has decreased 3 points and his 3FG% has decreased 12 points, while his TO have not quite doubled.
I think his rookie 3FG% was sort of a fluke at 47% (skewed statistics from end of season vs. early on) and I dont read too much into his decreased FG%...as long as it stays in the 44-48% range I think he's on par with where he needs to be. I like the improvement in the assists and FT%...shows he is understanding the offense more and has worked on his shot. I dont read too much into the doubled blocks and steals...shows me his defense is what it is and with more minutes = more volume...but he may have been underrated as a rookie defender....I think he is properly rated now and gets respect as a defender...but should look to improve his defense.
I think Hayward is the most important player on the Jazz. I think depending on his development, they could become a playoff contender or just always fighting for 8th seed. What do you think? Could he ever become an 18/6/5 guy who gets 1 block and 2 steals per game and is the closer with the ball in his hands late? Thats my hope....
Per game, Hayward has played 14 more minutes. Here's his progress in year 2:
Doubled his points, doubled his rebounds, doubled his steals, doubled his blocks, and tripled his assists. He also increased his FT% by 12 points.
On the negative side, his FG% has decreased 3 points and his 3FG% has decreased 12 points, while his TO have not quite doubled.
I think his rookie 3FG% was sort of a fluke at 47% (skewed statistics from end of season vs. early on) and I dont read too much into his decreased FG%...as long as it stays in the 44-48% range I think he's on par with where he needs to be. I like the improvement in the assists and FT%...shows he is understanding the offense more and has worked on his shot. I dont read too much into the doubled blocks and steals...shows me his defense is what it is and with more minutes = more volume...but he may have been underrated as a rookie defender....I think he is properly rated now and gets respect as a defender...but should look to improve his defense.
I think Hayward is the most important player on the Jazz. I think depending on his development, they could become a playoff contender or just always fighting for 8th seed. What do you think? Could he ever become an 18/6/5 guy who gets 1 block and 2 steals per game and is the closer with the ball in his hands late? Thats my hope....