"Specifically, Heat reporter Barry Jackson brought up the comparison in pointing out that Jovic's 3-point percentage has dramatically dipped much the way that Rozier's did last season. Jovic shot 39 and 37 percent from deep each of the last two seasons, but is only connecting on 27 percent from 3-point range this year. Considering his volume, that makes Jovic one of the worst 3-point shooters in the league this season."
"Right now, it does feel like Jovic is in the midst of an identity crisis. It's almost as if he doesn't know how to fit in with the Heat. And considering that his role can change from night to night, it's been even more difficult for Jovic to find his footing. What makes this all the more difficult to digest is the fact that heading into the start of the season, Jovic was considered to be one of the brighter spots for this team."
"Jovic has regressed in nearly every statistical category this season, and there are real doubts about whether he fits in the long-term plans of this team. In fact, the only real reason why he's still getting somewhat consistent minutes is that the Heat already has so much invested in his development. Before the season, the Heat took a gamble on Jovic by giving him a four-year contract extension."
Nikola Jovic's 3-point accuracy has dropped sharply from 39% and 37% in the previous two seasons to 27% this year, making him one of the league's poorest long-range shooters given his shot volume. Comparisons to Terry Rozier arise because Rozier experienced a similar decline. Jovic's role fluctuates from game to game, producing an identity crisis and reducing his ability to find consistent rhythm. He has regressed across most statistical categories, generating doubts about his long-term fit with Miami. The Heat recently committed to Jovic with a four-year extension, which partly explains his consistent minutes despite poor results and raises urgency to improve before season's end.
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