The 2016-17 NBA season is a big one for Rodney Hood. After struggling through a bout with plantar fasciitis for a significant portion of his rookie season, he recovered to claim a starting spot on the Utah Jazz. In his second year, he elevated his game once again, proving himself as one of the most dynamic scorers on the team.
Now in is third year, and with the team looking to make some major noise in the Western Conference, Hood will be expected to contribute on a higher level than ever before.
While Hood considers himself equal to the challenge and is coming off a summer in which he worked hard on his game with teammate Shelvin Mack in Atlanta, the former Duke star has a new mentor on the team that is determined to help him realize his potential.