Jeff Dowtin NBA Player

ramster · Unread post by **ramster** » 2 years ago

Bucks To Sign Jeff Dowtin Via Hardship Exception
January 7th 2022 at 1:22pm CST by Luke Adams
The Bucks intend to sign free agent guard Jeff Dowtin to a 10-day contract using a hardship exception, according to Shams Charania of The Athletic (Twitter link). Dowtin will be Milwaukee’s third 10-day hardship addition, joining Luke Kornet and Langston Galloway.
Dowtin, 24, began the season on a two-way contract with the Warriors and appeared briefly in four games for the team. However, he was waived last weekend in order to open up a two-way slot for Quinndary Weatherspoon.
A G League regular since going undrafted out of Rhode Island in 2020, Dowtin was a member of the Lakeland Magic team that won the NBAGL’s bubble season in 2020/21 and also started 12 games for the Santa Cruz Warriors this season, averaging 17.7 PPG, 6.2 RPG, and 5.1 APG in 35.3 minutes per contest.
The Bucks currently have four players – Grayson Allen, Pat Connaughton, George Hill, and Jrue Holiday – in the health and safety protocols, which is why they qualify for another hardship exception. As a result, Dowtin’s 10-day salary ($53,176) won’t count against team salary for cap or tax purposes.

adam914 · Unread post by **adam914** » 2 years ago

Love it, lets go Jefe!!!

DevRam · Unread post by **DevRam** » 2 years ago

Bucks play the nets tonight @7:30 and Milwaukee has 4 of its rotational guards out on Covid protocol. Not sure if Jeff could be ready to suit up by tonight but it would be a huge opportunity.

NYGFan_Section208 · Unread post by **NYGFan_Section208** » 2 years ago

And they're on ESPN tonite....perfect

NYGFan_Section208 · Unread post by **NYGFan_Section208** » 2 years ago

DevRam wrote: ↑2 years ago Bucks play the nets tonight @7:30 and Milwaukee has 4 of its rotational guards out on Covid protocol. Not sure if Jeff could be ready to suit up by tonight but it would be a huge opportunity.

If it's at all possible for him to be there and ready, he will be

Sounds like they need someone asap, maybe that was part of him getting the call...that he'd be available

Rhody_NYCT · Unread post by **Rhody_NYCT** » 2 years ago

Good luck Jeff!!

NYGFan_Section208 · Unread post by **NYGFan_Section208** » 2 years ago

Would be good to see him pick Harden's pocket tonight

LoveThoseRams · Unread post by **LoveThoseRams** » 2 years ago

Best news today!!

theblueram · Unread post by **theblueram** » 2 years ago

I don't watch NBA, but I'll put this game on to see if Jeff gets in.

Unread post by **ATPTourFan** » 2 years ago

Go Jeff!

ElmCityRhody · Unread post by **ElmCityRhody** » 2 years ago

EL JEFE !

ramster · Unread post by **ramster** » 2 years ago

Jeff played 3 minutes tonight. He was 0-1 for 3FG

SmartyBarrett · Unread post by **SmartyBarrett** » 2 years ago

Being teammates with both Curry and Giannis in the same season is pretty cool.

NYGFan_Section208 · Unread post by **NYGFan_Section208** » 2 years ago

In the same box score as Harden, Durant, Giannis...Nice!

phipsiGD'11 · Unread post by **phipsiGD'11** » 2 years ago

I will be watchin tonight to see if Jeff gets in versus the Hornets.

rhodyrudder · Unread post by **rhodyrudder** » 2 years ago

DNP last nite in the loss to the Hornets.
Milwaukee has another game in Carolina tomorrow

ramster · Unread post by **ramster** » 2 years ago

Now is playing for the Wisconsin Herd - G League Team for Bucks as of Jan 12

https://gleague.nba.com/games/20220112/WISLIN/

NYGFan_Section208 · Unread post by **NYGFan_Section208** » 2 years ago

ramster wrote: ↑2 years ago Now is playing for the Wisconsin Herd - G League Team for Bucks as of Jan 12

https://gleague.nba.com/games/20220112/WISLIN/

Sucks because the Bucks are on ESPN just thrashing GSW

ramster · Unread post by **ramster** » 2 years ago

NYGFan_Section208 wrote: ↑2 years ago
ramster wrote: ↑2 years ago Now is playing for the Wisconsin Herd - G League Team for Bucks as of Jan 12

https://gleague.nba.com/games/20220112/WISLIN/
Sucks because the Bucks are on ESPN just thrashing GSW

I saw that. Last I looked it was about 77-38 at halftime. And of course Golden State was has prior team to the Bucks.

LoveThoseRams · Unread post by **LoveThoseRams** » 2 years ago

31 points for Jeff yesterday with the Herd!

McRam · Unread post by **McRam** » 2 years ago

Isn’t The Herd where Xavier played last in the G league?

ramster · Unread post by **ramster** » 2 years ago

LoveThoseRams wrote: ↑2 years ago 31 points for Jeff yesterday with the Herd!

On 13-18 FG!!
Plus 8 rebounds
4 Assists

And maybe least surprising for this guy zero turnovers

Performances like Jeff has had in Summer NBA and G-League are building a case for him landing a permanent spot on somebody’s roster - hopefully

adam914 · Unread post by **adam914** » 2 years ago

Pretty amazing the numbers he is putting up, and on a pretty consistent basis to. Somebody give this kid a chance!!

ram1980 · Unread post by **ram1980** » 2 years ago

Umm.. Celtics could use a true point guard.. just saying. He has to be better than some of the flotsam and jetsam sitting on some NBA benches.. if anyone deserves a chance it's him.

reef · Unread post by **reef** » 2 years ago

ram1980 wrote: ↑2 years ago Umm.. Celtics could use a true point guard.. just saying. He has to be better than some of the flotsam and jetsam sitting on some NBA benches.. if anyone deserves a chance it's him.

Agree I’m kind of surprised he can’t land a permanent spot on a roster considering the way he’s playing hopefully it’s coming soon

Unread post by **SGreenwell** » 2 years ago

reef wrote: ↑2 years ago
ram1980 wrote: ↑2 years ago Umm.. Celtics could use a true point guard.. just saying. He has to be better than some of the flotsam and jetsam sitting on some NBA benches.. if anyone deserves a chance it's him.
Agree I’m kind of surprised he can’t land a permanent spot on a roster considering the way he’s playing hopefully it’s coming soon

I kind of wonder what the "conversion" rate is, for G-League stats to the NBA. Been a couple years since I read anything on it, but in the past, the G-League generally rated lower than the better European leagues and China, but it seems like teams are a bit more willing to roster OK players there now. The G-League website does have a list of all-time call-ups, and I'm not sure who the best player on that list is.

LoveThoseRams · Unread post by **LoveThoseRams** » 2 years ago

Man oh man, Jeff is on a rollercoaster.

He is now back playing for Lakeland Magic....on now, playing his most recent team the Wisconsin Herd.

ramster · Unread post by **ramster** » 2 years ago

LoveThoseRams wrote: ↑2 years ago Man oh man, Jeff is on a rollercoaster.

He is now back playing for Lakeland Magic....on now, playing his most recent team the Wisconsin Herd.

Lakeland lost by a point to Wisconsin. Jeff played 38 minutes, 24 points, 10 assists, 3 steals and only 1 turnover

SmartyBarrett · Unread post by **SmartyBarrett** » 2 years ago

Jeff hit the go-ahead shot (wish it was the game-winner) with 1.7 seconds left, but Wisconsin hit a three at the buzzer to win it.

Rhodymob05 · Unread post by **Rhodymob05** » 2 years ago

I mean cmon, get this guy to the league.

PeteRI · Unread post by **PeteRI** » 2 years ago

DAMN! Double Uno is gonna get paid somewhere.

reef · Unread post by **reef** » 2 years ago

Rhodymob05 wrote: ↑2 years ago I mean cmon, get this guy to the league.

Yes this needs to happen before too long

RIrugger01 · Unread post by **RIrugger01** » 2 years ago

I don’t watch the NBA so maybe I just don’t understand how they determine which players they keep on rosters. How can Jeff not stick with a team but Yuta Watanabe seems to have no problem warming the bench in the NBA?

Rhodyram · Unread post by **Rhodyram** » 2 years ago

Looks like Jeff is kinda looked at as a AAAA player- successful in the G League but not viewed as someone that teams want to devote a roster spot to. I don't necessarily agree...
If there is ever a chance, this would be the year with the high roster turnover due to covid.

Rhodymob05 · Unread post by **Rhodymob05** » 2 years ago

When’s he’s called up, be either plays 2 minutes or doesn’t play. It’s crazy.

ramster · Unread post by **ramster** » 2 years ago

Jeff could get called up to the Magic. He was with Orlando in summer league. Now back with Orlando so they know what he can do.

Orlando Magic at 8-39 W/L is the worst record in the NBA. Next worst team has 14 wins. Nothing to lose to give Jeff a shot.

SmartyBarrett · Unread post by **SmartyBarrett** » 2 years ago

Agree, ramster. I could see him catching on with a team like Orlando... he didn't seem to have much of a shot with GSW or MIL for obvious reasons.

steveystuds06 · Unread post by **steveystuds06** » 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.

PCFriars · Unread post by **PCFriars** » 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.

Rhodymob05 · Unread post by **Rhodymob05** » 2 years ago

At 24, these days could end up being a 12-15 year career still. Seems like enough time.

PlayMikeMotenMore · Unread post by **PlayMikeMotenMore** » 2 years ago

Age is not the issue. The NBA will take a guy regardless of age. Jasean Tate is 26 and joined the NBA in 2020 after playing in Belgium and Australia. Matt Thomas is with the Bulls...NBA debut at age 25.

It's simply a matter of a fit, a need, a chance, a coach, etc.

LoveThoseRams · Unread post by **LoveThoseRams** » 2 years ago

To really have a bad basketball day...Jeff Dowtin “removed from team” per Lakeland Magic.

NYGFan_Section208 · Unread post by **NYGFan_Section208** » 2 years ago

LoveThoseRams wrote: ↑2 years ago To really have a bad basketball day...Jeff Dowtin “removed from team” per Lakeland Magic.

Yuck

Blue Man · Unread post by **Blue Man** » 2 years ago

You can’t tell me Dowtin would be a worse option than Schroeder in Boston right now

ramster · Unread post by **ramster** » 2 years ago

LoveThoseRams wrote: ↑2 years ago To really have a bad basketball day...Jeff Dowtin “removed from team” per Lakeland Magic.

Good news LoveThoseRams,

Jeff is back with Lakeland. He has started the last two games including last night vs Wisconsin Herd.

Rhodymob05 · Unread post by **Rhodymob05** » 2 years ago

Yea looks good too.

reef · Unread post by **reef** » 2 years ago

ramster wrote: ↑2 years ago
LoveThoseRams wrote: ↑2 years ago To really have a bad basketball day...Jeff Dowtin “removed from team” per Lakeland Magic.
Good news LoveThoseRams,

Jeff is back with Lakeland. He has started the last two games including last night vs Wisconsin Herd.

Awesome how’s he been doing ??

LoveThoseRams · Unread post by **LoveThoseRams** » 2 years ago

ramster wrote: ↑2 years ago
LoveThoseRams wrote: ↑2 years ago To really have a bad basketball day...Jeff Dowtin “removed from team” per Lakeland Magic.
Good news LoveThoseRams,

Jeff is back with Lakeland. He has started the last two games including last night vs Wisconsin Herd.

I’ve been watching him play...and he looks really good!

PeteRI · Unread post by **PeteRI** » 2 years ago

Tired of seeing depressing news? Check out Jeff's G League stats. 21.7 pts per game on 55.9% shooting. 6.3 assists per game vs. 1.4 turnovers. This man has earned a spot on an NBA roster!
https://stats.gleague.nba.com/player/1630288/