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Towards the end of February, things weren’t looking up for former WVU guard Jevon Carter, as he was waived by the Brooklyn Nets in the middle of the season.
After being let go by the Nets, Carter signed with the Milwaukee Bucks, who are the reigning NBA champions. On the surface, you wouldn’t think Carter would come in and make an impact for a team with Giannis Antetokounmpo, Khris Middleton, and Jrue Holiday, but he has.
Carter is averaging 6.3 points per game across 14 games with the Bucks, which is a big improvement from his time with the Nets.
Carter is shooting 54.5 percent from the field since coming to Milwaukee and has shot 58.8 percent from three-point range.
Carter’s impressive play on the offensive end along with his swarming defense has earned himself a good share of playing time for this team. Carter has averaged over 18 minutes per game since the Bucks claimed him, which essentially puts him as the backup point guard.
In February, Carter spoke on what he needs to do to compete with a top tier team in Milwaukee.
“Just come in and do what I do,” Carter said. “Bring what I bring to the table. Go out there and play my game, play free, and just do whatever I can to help the team win.”
Carter also spoke on teaming up with George Hill and Jrue Holiday, two veteran guards that are known for their defensive abilities.
“The sky’s the limit,” Carter said. “It’s going to be fun to be a part of. I love playing with guys that love playing defense.”
The reigning champs are currently 46-28, which puts them in third place in the Eastern Conference.
Carter is no stranger to being on competitive teams, as he has played for both the Phoenix Suns and the Brooklyn Nets over the past two years. Carter was part of a Suns team that made the NBA Finals last season but fell short to the Bucks in six games.
This success may be surprising for outsiders, but no WVU fans are shocked when Carter finds success. Carter has always been known for outworking others and that’s why the state of West Virginia was drawn to him across his four years in college.
Carter being able to bring his “treadmill mentality” to the NBA is a breath of fresh air for West Virginia fans, and to see him do it on the biggest stages will be interesting.
Carter was a rotational player for the Phoenix Suns last season but did not see much floor time during their Finals run.
When the playoffs roll around this year, expect to see Carter coming off the bench in an effort to give Milwaukee a second consecutive championship.
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