This is what is called going from “paradise” to hell. Two days after his fiery exit at Madison Square Garden, with 41 points on the clock, Jordan Poole sank on the Raptors floor, taking with him an overwhelmed Wizards team (134-98).
The former Warriors player wanted to pick up where he left off against the Knicks, returning 3-point missiles. Except this time, the shots were much more contested. Like his first attempts, coming off the screen after being served by Tyus Jones, which ended in bricks because they were hampered by OG Anunoby.
Ditto with an open shot in transition, one meter behind the line, also missed. The Wizards’ future leader wanted to change his philosophy after the break, trying to get closer to the circle. Without further success since even his open “floater” rolled on the circle.
Jordan Poole missed his six attempts in the third quarter alone, before returning to his bench for good while Toronto had control of the match (101-74). Countered by Jakob Poeltl, sometimes hampered by Precious Achiuwa, harassed by OG Anunoby on his dribble, Jordan Poole finished with 7 small points at a disastrous 1/15 on shots, including 0/6 from distance (5/5 on throws). Completed with 4 assists and 2 rebounds.
When asked to analyze his players’ defense on Jordan Poole, Darko Rajakovic retorts : “ Three words: OG Anunoby. He was exceptional, he followed the game plan. His length, his physical dimension… His way of approaching the game is very underestimated, his approach to the opponent, the time he spends watching the video and analyzing these guys… OG Anunoby is as good as anyone defensively. »
Precious Achiuwa also had a favorable impact defensively on several possessions. “ That’s something I’m proud of, defense. I think I’m one of the best defenders in the league. I’ve defended on All-Stars and MVPs in the past and I think I do a good job “, welcomes the inside of the Raptors.
It’s not Jordan Poole who will say the opposite.
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How to read the stats? Min = Minutes; Shots = Successful shots / Attempted shots; 3pts = 3-points / 3-points attempted; LF = free throws made / free throws attempted; O = offensive rebound; D=defensive rebound; T = Total rebounds; Pd = assists; Fte: Personal fouls; Int = Intercepts; Bp = Lost balls; Ct: Against; +/- = Point differential when the player is on the field; Pts = Points; Eval: player evaluation calculated from positive actions – negative actions.
