Theo Maledon had a successful rookie campaign for the OKC Thunder. Maledon averaged 10 points, three rebounds, and three assists per game this season. TI will look over three different ways that Theo can improve his play over the next season.
Let’s take a look!
OKC Thunder Goal No.1: Continue to find confidence alongside SGA and Dort
It is no surprise that the offense took a massive hit when the Thunder decided to shut down Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Al Horford for the remainder of the season. Maledon reaped the rewards from the absence of these players, but the main struggle next season will be Maledon’s play with a fully healthy Thunder roster.
Maledon seemed uncomfortable when a backcourt involved himself and SGA, but Theo started to find his stride as the season progressed.
Let us take a look at some action between SGA and Maledon from earlier in the year. Click here to view the video.
The play between Maledon and SGA on the break is superb, and this is the type of transition play OKC Thunder fans can expect in the future, but there was only a small sample size of the two guards playing together.
Maledon’s sophomore season will reveal more as the two get more playing time.