Jeremiah Robinson-Earl played a key role in the New Orleans Pelicans’ win over the Utah Jazz on Friday. He led the game in steals and contributed 8 points on perfect shooting, going 4-for-4 from the field. In his 20 minutes on the court, he also grabbed 7 rebounds and dished out 3 assists. The Pelicans won with a score of 136-123.
What It Means
Robinson-Earl’s standout performance in steals against the Jazz highlights his defensive capabilities. This season, he is averaging 6.1 points per game and has been effective on the boards with an average of 4.9 rebounds per game. His player efficiency rating from this game was an impressive 35.21, showing his impact despite limited usage at a rate of just 9.24%. While he has only finished in the top five at his position for points twice this season, he continues to contribute significantly in other areas like assists, where he’s ranked top five among centers in nearly 14% of games.
