Aaron Gordon’s career thus far has largely been defined by his potential. While there are a few lingering questions concerning the forward’s ceiling, his strengths and weaknesses are largely defined. Even a casual fan could very easily rank the types of shots Gordon shoots best: shots at the rim >>> catch-and-shoot jumpers > pull-up jumpers.
It’s troubling, then, that Gordon’s shot selection has arguably grown worse each season. While he’s improved his efficiency in many critical areas (especially around the rim and from 3-point range), he’s offset that efficiency by gradually trading his best shots for his worst ones.