Lucas: Jordan Davis ready to play his game

BY MIKE LUCAS
UWBadgers.com Senior Writer

MADISON, Wis. – As a rookie, Johnny Davis is going through a natural transition to the NBA with the Washington Wizards. Even though the former Wisconsin star and Big Ten Player of the Year was a lottery pick, the 10th selection overall in the 2022 draft, his minutes have been limited thus far.

Jordan Davis can relate to what his twin brother is experiencing from his own perspective.

“I know he’s frustrated and he’s just adjusting to things – guys on the team, like Bradley Beal, want Johnny to be more aggressive offensively and have more confidence in himself,” said Jordan, who’s readying for the start of his junior season at Wisconsin. “It was a lot like I was last year.”

Last year, Davis appeared in 27 of the UW’s 33 games. He averaged 6.5 minutes and 1.3 points.

“I really didn’t play that much, and my confidence was a little low,” said Davis who had a season-high seven points at Minnesota. “I didn’t really trust what I was doing on the court sometimes. I knew that I wouldn’t have that many opportunities to perform …”

Davis played more than 15 minutes just twice. He logged a career-high 20 against the Gophers. During his two seasons with the Badgers, he has accounted for 43 points on 46 shots in 40 games. He has been relegated to coming off the bench, spot duty. It’s something Johnny is dealing with as a pro.

“I’m giving him pointers this year,” said Jordan, who’s well aware of the irony and role reversal in handing out advice and encouragement instead of receiving it from his older brother (by eight minutes). “And he’s giving me pointers on being a starter and what to expect from yourself. Full circle.”

Despite their separation, their bond has never been stronger. “I miss him, he misses me, too – but we want what is best for each other,” Jordan said. “He’s doing his own thing and I’m doing my own thing. We text almost every day. Facetime. Call. Whatever… He’s my best friend.”

 

“It’s your time.”

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