” It feels good to be able to do that after the season I spent. A complicated year… », qualifies JaMychal Greenwho says he does not have never experienced anything like this before “. This night against the Lakers, the strong winger has evacuated some of this frustration linked to his low use since his arrival at the Warriors a year earlier.
His playing time has all but exploded (13 minutes) but the interested party, who had only played 23 minutes during these playoffs, maximized his appearances and took advantage of his unexpected starting status. How did Steve Kerr come to introduce him into his five, for the second time this year, to the detriment of Kevon Looney?
It turns out that the Warriors staff realized, two hours before the meeting, that “Loon”, sick, could not probably play more than 20 minutes. For a question of rhythm, the Californian technician deemed it more logical to get him off his bench. Which he will come out to play 12 minutes and bring 6 points and 8 rebounds.
” We knew we were going to play JaMychal anyway, like we did in the first game (Editor’s note: 6 points in 8 minutes)”, reports Steve Kerr, who above all wanted to respond to the opponent’s size: ” It’s a massive team. We had to bring size and a physical dimension. We thought of different options, starting small, but we decided to go with JaMych because we could still have the ‘spacing’ with his ability to shoot 3-pointers. But we also had a little more size, athletic dimension and a certain toughness “.
Facing the Kings in the previous round, he had established Jordan Poole for several games and released Draymond Green from his bench. He changed options that night and the bet paid off.
Because the Warriors have really benefited from the external address of the other Green (37% in career) that Kevon Looney, who plays in a completely different register, does not bring them. JaMychal Green was neglected by the opposing defense, in particular LeBron James, more involved in defensive assists under the circle.
Left open, it sanctions
Result: the usual substitute took advantage of very open shots to penalize in the corners. “ I royally don’t care. Let them keep doing it, keep us open “, Ironically the former Nuggets player, who converted three award-winning baskets and brought 15 points (6/9 on shots including 3/6 from afar).
“ A big shout out to JaMychal Green for an amazing night. We can’t leave it open. He is an excellent 3-point shooter and a formidable defender. His tenure shows his professionalism, his preparation and what he is. We couldn’t be more proud of him and grateful for his effort. “, greets Klay Thompson. Where Steve Kerr says to himself ” proud of his player who was able to remain mobilized despite fluctuating playing time.
“ I have known JaMychal since I was 16 or 17 years old. He’s tough, always has been. […] He adapted to the situation throughout the year. Whenever his number is called, he is ready. He was ready to play, he made a huge effort “, also appreciates his namesake and racket companion.
” I’m happy to have played well. I was waiting for this moment. I just wanted to show that I could help. I’m here to help the team, and that’s why I stood ready “, Paraphrases the 32-year-old player, who says he was personally marked by a recent speech by Stephen Curry.
It remains to be seen if Steve Kerr decides to keep this formula for Game 3 in Los Angeles.
| JaMychal Green | Percentage | Bounces | |||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Season | Crew | GM | Minimum | Shots | 3 points | LF | Off | Def | Early | pd | party | Int | bp | CT | Points |
| 2014-15* | All Teams | 24 | 7 | 57.4 | 0.0 | 80.0 | 0.8 | 1.1 | 1.9 | 0.2 | 1.0 | 0.2 | 0.6 | 0.2 | 2.6 |
| 2014-15* | SAME | 20 | 7 | 57.5 | 0.0 | 80.0 | 0.8 | 1.2 | 2.0 | 0.2 | 1.0 | 0.3 | 0.6 | 0.2 | 2.7 |
| 2014-15* | SAN | 4 | 6 | 57.1 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.8 | 0.8 | 1.5 | 0.0 | 1.5 | 0.0 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 2.0 |
| 2015-16 | SAME | 78 | 19 | 46.5 | 33.3 | 75.2 | 1.8 | 3.0 | 4.8 | 0.9 | 2.4 | 0.6 | 1.1 | 0.4 | 7.4 |
| 2016-17 | SAME | 77 | 27 | 50.0 | 37.9 | 80.2 | 2.2 | 4.9 | 7.1 | 1.1 | 3.2 | 0.6 | 1.2 | 0.4 | 9.0 |
| 2017-18 | SAME | 55 | 28 | 45.7 | 33.9 | 72.1 | 2.7 | 5.8 | 8.4 | 1.4 | 2.8 | 0.6 | 1.4 | 0.5 | 10.4 |
| 2018-19 * | All Teams | 65 | 21 | 48.3 | 40.3 | 79.2 | 1.6 | 4.7 | 6.3 | 0.8 | 3.0 | 0.7 | 1.3 | 0.5 | 9.4 |
| 2018-19 * | SAME | 41 | 22 | 48.4 | 39.6 | 78.8 | 1.8 | 4.4 | 6.2 | 0.9 | 3.0 | 0.8 | 1.6 | 0.6 | 9.8 |
| 2018-19 * | LAKE | 24 | 20 | 48.2 | 41.3 | 81.0 | 1.3 | 5.2 | 6.5 | 0.6 | 2.9 | 0.5 | 1.0 | 0.3 | 8.7 |
| 2019-20 | LAKE | 63 | 21 | 42.9 | 38.7 | 75.0 | 1.2 | 4.9 | 6.2 | 0.8 | 2.8 | 0.5 | 0.9 | 0.4 | 6.8 |
| 2020-21 | DEN | 58 | 19 | 46.3 | 39.9 | 80.7 | 1.5 | 3.3 | 4.8 | 0.9 | 2.5 | 0.5 | 0.9 | 0.4 | 8.1 |
| 2021-22 | DEN | 67 | 16 | 48.6 | 26.6 | 87.1 | 1.2 | 3.0 | 4.2 | 0.9 | 2.4 | 0.6 | 0.9 | 0.4 | 6.5 |
| 2022-23 | GOS | 57 | 14 | 54.0 | 37.8 | 77.6 | 1.3 | 2.3 | 3.6 | 0.9 | 1.8 | 0.4 | 0.9 | 0.4 | 6.4 |
| Total | 544 | 20 | 47.7 | 36.8 | 78.4 | 1.6 | 3.9 | 5.5 | 0.9 | 2.6 | 0.6 | 1.1 | 0.4 | 7.7 | |
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.
