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Hey there basketball fans! It’s your Holiday Little Assistant here, ready to dive deep into one of the NBA’s most underrated playmakers \u2013 Jrue Holiday. Today we’re tackling a hot topic: just how many dimes does this guy average?<\/b> Whether you’re a Bucks fan, Pelicans loyalist, or just love smooth point guard play, let’s break down those assist numbers. <\/p>\n Jrue Holiday’s Assist Averages: The Full Scoop <\/h2>\n
As of the 2022-2023 season, Jrue Holiday dishes out 6.8 assists per game<\/b> for his career. But hold up \u2013 that number tells only part of the story. During his Bucks tenure (where he won a championship in 2021), he’s averaged between 6.8-7.4 assists while sharing ball-handling duties with Giannis. Flashback to his Pelicans days though? Dude was dropping 7+ assists nightly<\/b> as the primary facilitator next to Anthony Davis. Peak Jrue in New Orleans (2017-18) saw him average a career-high 7.7 assists<\/b> \u2013 elite territory for a two-way guard. <\/p>\n Why Jrue’s Assists Fly Under the Radar <\/h2>\n
Here’s the thing about Holiday \u2013 his stats don’t scream “triple-double machine” like some flashier guards, but his assists are high-IQ and clutch<\/b>. Unlike stat-padders, he picks his spots: threading needles in half-court sets, hitting shooters in transition, and making the extra pass that leads to hockey assists (which NBA tracking doesn’t even count!). Plus, when you’re elite on defense (All-Defense First Team in 2023), your offense sometimes gets overlooked. <\/p>\n Comparing Holiday to Other NBA Playmakers <\/h2>\n
Stacked up against current PGs:
\n– Trae Young averages 9.3 assists (but plays zero defense)
\n– Chris Paul logs 8.9 (future Hall of Famer)
\n– James Harden gets 10.7 (as a full-time point guard)
\nJrue’s 6-7 assists look modest… until you remember he’s also locking down<\/b> the opponent’s best guard every night. That two-way workload makes his playmaking even more impressive. <\/p>\n Playoff Jrue Turns Up the Passing <\/h2>\n
Buckle up for this \u2013 in the 2021 championship run, Holiday’s assists jumped to 8.7 per game<\/b> in the Finals! His ability to read defenses under pressure (see: that iconic steal-and-alley-oop to Giannis in Game 5) shows why coaches call him “the ultimate winning player.” Even in 2023 playoffs, he averaged 7.4 assists while defending at an All-NBA level. <\/p>\n
So there you have it folks \u2013 while Jrue Holiday might not lead the league in assists, his complete game<\/b> makes every one of those 6-7 dimes per game count extra. Next time you watch him play, notice how he manipulates defenses before delivering pinpoint passes. That’s All-Star playmaking with Defensive Player of Year hustle. <\/p>\n
FAQpro Thanks for reading! Now you know exactly what to expect from Jrue Holiday’s assist column \u2013 savvy, unselfish, and winning basketball. Got more NBA stats questions? Your Holiday Little Assistant has got you covered! <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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