Game Performance
Jeff Dowtin Jr. led the Philadelphia 76ers with a standout performance against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Tuesday. He scored 18 points, going a perfect 7-for-7 from the field and hitting two three-pointers. Dowtin Jr. also contributed five rebounds and three assists in his 29 minutes on the court, despite the team’s 118-102 loss.
What It Means
Dowtin Jr.’s 18-point game was a significant jump from his season average of just 2.6 points per game. This performance marked one of his best outings this season, as he usually plays limited minutes and has missed more games than he has played. His shooting percentage in this game was well above his season average of 41.7% from the field and significantly better than his usual three-point percentage of 22.2%. Despite this strong showing, the team has struggled when he’s been on the court, holding a record of just 3-13 in games he has played.