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New York Knicks: 5 Reasons Brandon Jennings Can Win Most Improved Player

By Maxwell Ogden

Sep 26, 2016; White Plains, NY, USA; New York Knicks point guard Brandon Jennings addresses the media during the New York Knicks Media Day at Ritz-Carlton. Mandatory Credit: Andy Marlin-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 26, 2016; White Plains, NY, USA; New York Knicks point guard Brandon Jennings addresses the media during the New York Knicks Media Day at Ritz-Carlton. Mandatory Credit: Andy Marlin-USA TODAY Sports /
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Oct 10, 2016; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks guard Brandon Jennings (3) dribbles the ball during the third quarter against the Washington Wizards at Madison Square Garden. The Knicks won 90-88. Mandatory Credit: Anthony Gruppuso-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 10, 2016; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks guard Brandon Jennings (3) dribbles the ball during the third quarter against the Washington Wizards at Madison Square Garden. The Knicks won 90-88. Mandatory Credit: Anthony Gruppuso-USA TODAY Sports /

3. He Never Truly Made It

Throughout his first six NBA seasons, Brandon Jennings maintained a complex reputation. He was often heralded for what he was capable of achieving, but he never seemed to put it all together until directly before his injury.

If Jennings comes back with a blend of production, measurable value, and responsibility, it’d only be fair to say he’s improved.

Jennings has a career field goal percentage of .390. He’s only shot above 40 percent from the field in two of his seven NBA seasons, including 2011-12, when he averaged 19.1 points on a career-best 41.8 percent shooting.

Having established this, it’s entirely fair to say that, while he’s long been a fan favorite, Jennings has never really made it in the NBA.

Jennings has a 55-point game and a 21-assist outing, but he’s never scored with efficiency or earned the reputation of an elite facilitator. He’s played in 11 postseason games, but he’s never been a key contributor on a legitimate contender.

Though some may call this a comeback, Jennings has the benefit of having never truly realized his potential. He can win Most Improved Player if he does so in 2016-17.

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