Overall GPA: 3.00 (B)
Unfortunately, a team the features both Derrick Favors and Rudy Gobert don’t leave much room for a player like Ekpe Udoh.
Udoh’s role has been drastically diminished since Gobert’s return. The former lottery pick has only logged 11 total minutes in Utah’s last six games. While Rudy’s return has really seemed to revitalize the roster, I’d love to see the “plus/minus king” carve out a small role in Utah’s nightly rotation.
Since he got to Utah, Udoh has been nothing but a professional. Stepping up during injuries and remaining ready when his number is called.
He is a known defensive stopper and has slowly improved his offensive efficiency this season. Udoh should serve as Gobert’s primary backup if (when?) Favors is traded or leaves in free agency.