In second NBA season of Anthony Black, attention will be on his development as a creator on the court. The previous year, his self-created shot percentage was only 38.9, with a conversion rate of just 39.6 percent. Nevertheless, his performance in the summer league this July demonstrated progress in his ability to create opportunities while dribbling, utilizing his size and agility to effectively lead the offense. Black demonstrated his skill in making wise choices in the paint, proven by his teammates shooting 39 percent from three-point range when he passed from inside the paint.
Perimeter Shooting Progress
Black impressed last season by shooting well from beyond the arc, making 39.4 percent of his 94 three-point shots. Even though this surpassed expectations, the Magic desire for him to keep growing in this aspect for a greater offensive influence. With increased assurance and skill, Black may evolve into a more dependable scorer from long range.
Defensive Potential Shines
Black’s true impact last season was in the realm of defense. His opponents only made 34 percent of their shots from beyond the arc when he defended them, with a remarkable 17 percent success rate from the top of the key. This was the second-highest score among players who participated in 25 or more shot contests. His height and ability to predict the opponent’s moves also played a role in his 21 blocks, a significant amount for a guard who doesn’t play a lot of minutes. Given additional playing time, Black has the potential to become one of the top defensive guards in the league.
Pushing the Pace
If the Magic choose to increase their pace this season, Black may have a crucial part to play. In the previous season, the team had a shooting percentage of 58.3 when Black advanced the ball during transitions following a turnover or missed shot. The Magic could benefit from his skill in pushing the ball up the court quickly to create more chances to score.
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