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How Jerome Robinson can win Golden State Warriors roster spot

By Tony Pesta

WASHINGTON, DC - MARCH 29: Jerome Robinson #12 of the Washington Wizards looks to pass against the Indiana Pacers during the first half at Capital One Arena on March 29, 2021 in Washington, DC. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Will Newton/Getty Images)
WASHINGTON, DC - MARCH 29: Jerome Robinson #12 of the Washington Wizards looks to pass against the Indiana Pacers during the first half at Capital One Arena on March 29, 2021 in Washington, DC. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Will Newton/Getty Images) /
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The Golden State Warriors have a vacant roster spot heading into the 2022-23 season, one that Jerome Robinson will be hoping to secure.

Robinson was selected No. 13 overall by the LA Clippers in the 2018 NBA Draft. The 6’4″ guard played just 33 games during his rookie season. He continued to have a small role in his second season, before being traded to the Washington Wizards and averaging a career-best 9.4 points on 39.7% shooting from the floor.

The Dubs have signed Robinson to a one-year deal in order for him to join training camp and jockey for the final roster spot.

Jerome Robinson has been given a chance to crack the Golden State Warriors roster, here is what it will take for him to do it. 

Robinson only has so much control over his fate here. That is because Andre Iguodala has been promised a spot on the team if he chooses not to retire.

This means that even if Robinson plays the best basketball of his life, the final spot could go to Iggy, regardless.

Assuming the spot is up for grabs, Robinson will have to, well, play the best basketball of his life.

His NBA career has been a struggle. Robinson has shot 40% or worse in every season, bottoming out at 29.5% from the floor in 2021.

On the bright side, Robinson averaged over 20 points per game with the Santa Cruz Warriors most recently. He has been shooting a bit better in the G-League, making 32% of his more than seven attempts per game.

Still, this won’t be enough.

Robinson needs to do one of three things. Either be a reliable shooter, defender or playmaker.

Up to this point, he hasn’t really been any of those things. Of course, it’s never too late for a prospect to develop as we have seen as recently as Gary Payton II’s success in Golden State.

It might be a long shot but keep an eye on Robinson as we approach training camp.

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