“Oh, the NBA. This is my big goal. I want to have minutes in the NBA, carve out a role and make a name for myself in the league” confided Louis Olindefive years ago.
Today, Louis Olinde arrives at a turning point in his career, because he will try to realize his dream. After spending the last three seasons at Alba Berlin, the 25-year-old flew to the United States. According to BasketNews, he plans to wear the colors of the Suns during the Summer League in Las Vegas, in July. An opportunity to be seen by all. In order to maximize his chances of joining the Big League, he also did several workouts with Golden State and Oklahoma City. Another is also planned in Portland.
“Of course, I hope there is a chance. I’m pretty confident that there will be a chance for me this summer.” says Louis Olindeon the possibility of integrating an NBA roster. “I think I’m coming off of a good season in Europe and my game and the role I can play is adapting well to the NBA. All it takes is a coach or GM who really wants you and appreciates your game. The odds are always there. I’ll see what happens this summer, and I’m really excited.”.
It is true that the German has a potentially interesting profile, with his big individual defense, his size (2m05), his stature (2m16) and his ability to punish from afar in “catch-and-shoot”.
The advantage of the Euroleague experience
Under the colors of Alba Berlin, Louis Olinde played 27 EuroLeague matches during the 2022/23 season. For averages of 8.1 points and 4.3 rebounds on 39.1% from 3-point range, in 22 minutes per game. With 92 Euroleague matches to his name, he thinks he has now acquired the experience necessary to take a step forward.
“I would say that having gained a lot of experience helped slow down the game in my mind. It helps me a lot” adds Louis Olindewhen asked what his biggest progression had been in his last five years in the Euroleague. “Obviously my shooting has improved tremendously over the years, which has allowed me to occupy the pitch and become an outside threat. I think those are the two main aspects of my game that have really improved over time.”.
In addition, some major Euroleague teams remain on the lookout, if the player were to stay in Europe. Even if his camp is convinced that he will play in the NBA next season.
