Taped to the infirmary since February 1, 2024, Jarred Vanderbilt This night made its comeback this night on the ground, and coincidence, or not, the Lakers signed one of their most beautiful victories of the season by winning 118-108 against the Warriors. This is the 3rd victory immediately of the Lakers, and LeBron James was clearly impressed by the return of his interior, author of 2 points, 4 rebounds, 2 assists and 3 interceptions in 12 minutes.
“It is as if he had never been absent … He was flying everywhere, and everything he brings is not seen in the stats” React LeBronauthor of 25 points and 12 assists. For JJ Redick, “Vanderbilt was huge! ». “He does all those things we need,” said the Lakers coach, who had never trained him in a match.
After almost a year without playing, the recovery will take place gently for the old interior of Wolves and Jazz, but its versatility in defense, and its taste for dirty work should allow it to quickly find its place and its time as game.
“I knew I was going to be a little rusty when I arrived, in terms of rhythm, knowledge of systems and everything else”recognizes Vanderbilt. “My number 1 goal was therefore to get into play and give me full. To bring energy and then everything else. You have to control what you can control, and everything else will naturally come. »»
