Jordan Goodwin, Bradley Beal’s little brother at the Suns

In the trade that sent him to Phoenix, Bradley Beal didn’t come empty-handed. To accompany him in the deal, two of his former teammates also joined Arizona: Isaiah Todd and Jordan Goodwin.

The sophomore fullback had his first real season in the NBA in a rotational role after an incubating rookie season in the G-League. As for Bradley BealJordan Goodwin will change dimension from Washington to Phoenix.

“When I received the call, I was surprised. I just got into the league, so getting traded and that sort of thing surprised me a bit. But being in contact with Brad made me feel more comfortable, and it’s kind of crazy the way the world works. He’s been my big brother for so long and our journey continues with each other.”, did he declare.

“Jordan will surprise more than one”

Both players are indeed from St. Louis and Jordan Goodwin has known Bradley Beal since his junior year of high school as he played for Bradley Beal’s AAU program. Since that time, Jordan Goodwin has been seen as tough on evil.

“I’ve always been a defensive dog, especially in this region. Growing up here, you have to be tough”he added before addressing what awaits him in Phoenix. “I think it will go well for me. Just go out there and do what I have to do, whether it’s attacking, setting up screens, opening up to the circle or putting in open shots. Offensively, I improved a lot, I shoot much better from the 3-point line. I understand the game better, I have a whole year under my belt, I can only progress”.

Jordan Goodwin will get his chance

Bradley Beal realizes perhaps more than his protege the magnitude of the change that presents itself for him, with the chance to integrate a collective with three superstars in which he will have a role to play, provided he shows himself at the level.

“It’s incredibly refreshing for them to have a new perspective and a new opportunity”Beal said of Goodwin and Todd. “I think Jordan will surprise many people. Many may not know who he is, but he is a tenacious defender who loves the game and will be competitive on both sides of the pitch. I think they will help us both. They weren’t dumped here for nothing.”

As he did for Cameron Payne, Frank Vogel also had a word for Jordan Goodwin. A way for the new Phoenix coach to involve everyone and let everyone know that he will have his role to play behind the “Big Three”. For Goodwin, it is once again his “watchdog” side that has been put forward.

“He’s a very compelling talent. I think Bradley do well to say he’s a tenacious defender with good size and a good physique. As we build out our roster, we want to make sure we’re one of the most physical and toughest teams in the NBA. And Jordan represents that at fullback, so I can’t wait to see him in action.” explained Vogel.

How to read the stats? MJ = matches played; Min = Minutes; Shots = Shots made / Shots attempted; 3pts = 3-points / 3-points attempted; LF = free throws made / free throws attempted; Off = offensive rebound; Def= defensive rebound; Tot = Total bounces; Pd = assists; Fte: Personal fouls; Int = Intercepts; Bp = Lost bullets; Ct: Counters; Points = Points.