“I think it's a big drop-off from where I was, as far as an All-Star-calibre point guard, to where I am now.'
was candid about his struggles this season on former NBA player JJ Redick's podcast this week. Toronto Raptors
VanVleet was candid about his subpar play thus far this season. When asked whether his recent mix of injuries has played a part in his "down" year, the All-Star guard reluctantly said yes, but assured Redick that it’s a multivariate situation.
The 28-year-old stated that he understands that there’s been a precipitous drop off in his play compared to last season — but that it is situational. VanVleet also spoke about having a wide range of duties on the Raptors and that putting things into context helps assuage any feelings of doubt that may arise.
The Rockford, Illinois native has taken a step back from a career year which saw him earn his first All-Star nod. In 2022-23, he's averaging 18.3 points, 3.9 rebounds and 6.2 assists, shooting 37.4 percent from field-goal range and a career-low 32.4 percent from beyond the arc.
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