While the NBA leaves Las Vegas, the G-League takes up residence in Orlando for its traditional “G-League Winter Showcase”. From December 19 to 22, the franchises will play in front of the NBA leaders, and it is an opportunity for certain players to showcase themselves to win a contract during the second part of the season. We think, for example, of Killian Hayes among the French.
Signed by the Lakers for four years (2+2), Bronny James will not be there to seduce scouts and GMs, but to prove that his place is at the higher level. The Lakers have thus included him in the squad for the entire duration of the competition, and he will have to confirm his current good performance: almost 21 points on average since three meetings with the South Bay Lakers.
Closely observed by dad and the coach
“You just have to keep accumulating the training days, keep working”, reacted LeBron Jameswho took advantage of his week off to watch his son's matches. “Work always pays off in the end. It's great to see him find his rhythm, his game, his freedom to play, and to play the game that he loves and that he knows how to play. I like his aggressiveness.”
Same enthusiasm from JJ Redick who follows his progress on the lower floor. “I think where I saw [ses progrès] on the field in the G-League, it's about making decisions with the ball, being on the ball and making good decisions both as a scorer and as a leader.”underlines the Lakers coach. “He continues to show flashes on defense, and that’s what really interests us. »
