Los Angeles Lakers’ Austin Reaves and JJ Redick Offer Huge Praise for Seldom-Used Sophomore Swingman
The Los Angeles Lakers may have added a slew of wings this offseason to build around Luka Doncic, but they’re also monitoring their youngsters’ development, including Adou Thiero. Thiero barely played for the Los Angeles Lakers in his rookie NBA campaign due to injuries. However, the 22-year-old is healthy again and has drawn praise from [...]
Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick and guard Austin Reaves have been effusive in their praise for recently-activated sophomore swingman Adou Thiero. The 22-year-old rebounded from a series of injuries that limited his playing time during his first NBA season. Redick remarked, "Adou has had an unbelievable last two months of development.
It's the first stretch he's had since we drafted him where he's had uninterrupted time in the gym. His body has been in great shape, and he's just gotten better." Reaves echoed similar sentiments, stating that Thiero "moves as well as anybody" and is "one of the best athletes in the league." Both coaches are confident that Thiero's improved conditioning and growing understanding of the game will make him a key contributor to the Lakers' roster.
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