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Justise Winslow emerges from ‘a really dark time’ to find happiness on and off the court

It’s hard to explain Justise Winslow’s midseason transformation.

But those closest to the 22-year-old Heat guard believe they know one of the biggest reasons behind Winslow’s sudden improvement.

His oldest brother, Brandon, described the previous two seasons as a “storm” and his mother, Robin Davis, called it “a really dark time” in Winslow’s life. Winslow’s family and friends believe the new and improved version of Winslow on the court has a lot to do with the new and improved version of Winslow off the court.

A happier and more mature Winslow, who was drafted by the Heat with the 10th overall pick in 2015 at the age of 19.