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PCFriars wrote: ↑2 years ago

steveystuds06 wrote: ↑2 years ago Jeff is a 24-year-old guard. Unfortunately, many teams will want the 19-20-year-old kids who they think may have more potential. A good friend of mine played at a Big10 school and was the Gleague MVP. He would put up monster numbers and still could barely get on an NBA roster. He ended up making a lot of money playing all around the world... Xavier Munford is another example.

I don't like Jeff's chances of getting minutes for the Magic. They have Suggs, Cole Anthony, T Ross, Gary Harris, RJ Hampton, and Fultz will be back at some point. There are reports that Harris and Ross are on the block, so I think Jeff could find some minutes if Magic traded them.

I would love to see Jeff in the NBA, but I think he can make some good money overseas.

Age is the problem. Teams want guys who have room to grow rather than what they perceive as finished products. Same thing plagued Bryce Cotton, who decided he’d be better off overseas. He got a quick look in the NBA and did very well in his opportunity, but didn’t stick. He’s been league MVP in Australia 3 years in a row I think and has made a ton of money. Dowtin could follow a similar path.

Sox1 wrote: ↑2 years ago Has anyone been watching magic games this past week? Im curious to know how his game is translating compared to the box score. Looks like hes done pretty well offensively but has a really horrific +/-. Anyone know if thats due to his defensive abilities in the NBA or just the magic being magic?

LIRAM wrote: ↑2 years ago Jeff's +/- has more to do with how bad the Orlando bench/second unit is. The last few games that entire group has gotten smoked. They all have similar plus/minus numbers.

reef wrote: ↑2 years ago Not a great year to tank last years draft was much better at the top

Rhody15 wrote: ↑2 years ago

reef wrote: ↑2 years ago Not a great year to tank last years draft was much better at the top

Not really.

Paulo, Chet, Jabari Smith, Jaden Ivy are very, very comparable to Cade, Mobley, Green, and Barnes.

Jdrums#3 wrote: ↑1 year ago Thank for the posting, Ramster.

You know what skill Jeff has that is outstanding and makes him stand out? He is a winner.

Happy to see Toronto is giving him a shot.

PlayMikeMotenMore wrote: ↑1 year ago

Jdrums#3 wrote: ↑1 year ago Thank for the posting, Ramster.

You know what skill Jeff has that is outstanding and makes him stand out? He is a winner.

Happy to see Toronto is giving him a shot.

The second skill...he is a leader. (You get that by playing 4 years in college and playing.)

Ramfan22 wrote: ↑1 year ago Dowtin’s stats against the bulls:

26 minutes
16 points
7/11 FG
2/4 from 3
3 rebounds
2 assists

steveystuds06 wrote: ↑1 year ago Hes' on NBA TV right now. By far the smartest player on the floor.

Rhodymob05 wrote: ↑1 year ago Thats great, but I feel like he should be on an nba roster all season. Most of his time is still in G league right?

DanInAZ wrote: ↑1 year ago https://www.hoopsrumors.com/2022/07/202 ... ranchises.

Regarding two-way contracts.

4Diffs wrote: ↑1 year ago From an article in the Athletic written by John Hollinger about summer league stand outs and duds. Jeff getting some love which is very cool. Toronto is a very well run organization think it will work out well for him.

Finally, the best part of any summer league is when players blast out from anonymity with eye-catching performances. A few undrafted and largely unknown players made themselves known these past two weeks. Regardless of whether it turns out to be 15 minutes of fame or the start of a 15-year career, we should acknowledge them. Keep an eye on these players in training camp and preseason:

Jeff Dowtin, Toronto: A 6-3 guard for Rhode Island who had cups of coffee with a few teams last season, Dowtin showed notable improvement. He went from a blah G-League player in 2020-21 to one of the G-League’s stars in 2021-22 and had a dominant four-game run for the Raptors in Vegas that should earn him a contract somewhere. Highlights included 17 assists against just two turnovers and 67.1 percent true shooting; the visual is that there is enough slippery quickness to offset the fact that he’s a bit caught between the two guard positions.

Blue Man wrote: ↑1 year ago

4Diffs wrote: ↑1 year ago From an article in the Athletic written by John Hollinger about summer league stand outs and duds. Jeff getting some love which is very cool. Toronto is a very well run organization think it will work out well for him.

Finally, the best part of any summer league is when players blast out from anonymity with eye-catching performances. A few undrafted and largely unknown players made themselves known these past two weeks. Regardless of whether it turns out to be 15 minutes of fame or the start of a 15-year career, we should acknowledge them. Keep an eye on these players in training camp and preseason:

Jeff Dowtin, Toronto: A 6-3 guard for Rhode Island who had cups of coffee with a few teams last season, Dowtin showed notable improvement. He went from a blah G-League player in 2020-21 to one of the G-League’s stars in 2021-22 and had a dominant four-game run for the Raptors in Vegas that should earn him a contract somewhere. Highlights included 17 assists against just two turnovers and 67.1 percent true shooting; the visual is that there is enough slippery quickness to offset the fact that he’s a bit caught between the two guard positions.

So happy for him. One of the absolute best kids - attitude, person, basketball floor general - to ever come through this program. Easiest kid to root for. Stuck it out through another coach - one who moved him out of his position, a position he'll be playing in the NBA, in favor of a kid who's playing in montenegro.

Great family. Great kid. Great Ram.

Now PLEASE Toronto. Bring back the '99 raptors jersey so I can buy a JD one.