Rui Hachimura Having Career-Best Season for Clippers

Los Angeles Clippers center Rui Hachimura is enjoying a career-best season with his new team after leaving the Los Angeles Lakers. Hachimura, who spent parts of the last four seasons with the Lakers, signed a two-year, $28 million deal with a team option for the second season. Hachimura, now averaging 14.7 points and 6.5 rebounds, is playing better than ever for the Clippers.

Speaking to NBA.com, Hachimura attributed his success to being a team player, willing to adapt to the team's needs. He explained that he had to work on becoming a shooter when he joined the Lakers, but now he is focusing on ball handling and playmaking. His teammate, Bradley Beal, praised Hachimura's versatility, noting his ability to defend, shoot, and score in various ways. Despite the Clippers' 1-7 record this season, Hachimura has been a bright spot for the team.