Trendon Watford has emerged as an unexpected contributor to the Brooklyn Nets, solving their backup point guard issue following Ben Simmons' departure. Once a backup big man with the Trail Blazers, he's now a versatile 6-foot-9 player capable of handling the ball and playing multiple positions. Under Coach Jordi Fernández, the Nets have shown improvement with Watford on the court, posting a 12-8 record in games he played. His recent performances include significant scoring and playmaking, showcasing his skills and adaptability, earning him praise from teammates and coaching staff alike.
*He helps you win,* Brooklyn coach Jordi Fernández said before Watford had 11 points, seven rebounds and three assists in 23 minutes of the Nets' 107-99 loss to the Wizards on Monday. *And he does that because he's able to score, but also able to handle and playmake. He can play four positions, post up, and make threes. So all those things are super valuable at his size and position. He's another guy that I'm very happy with.*
*I'm having fun, just being able to play on-ball and do different things and use my skill set to the best of my ability. Starting this year off with some injuries and now being able to pick it back up, man, it's fun,* Watford said. *So I'm just glad. We put in a lot of work, I put in a lot of work.*
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