The Los Angeles Lakers have LeBron James and Anthony Davis on the roster, and yet Avery Bradley has been the one turning heads at training camp.
Lakers coach Frank Vogel said after Monday's practice that everyone can't stop talking about Bradley’s tenaciousness, specifically on defense.
Following Tuesday's Lakers practice, Bradley told reporters he signed with the Purple and Gold so he could reach his full potential, adding that playing with superstars such as LeBron and AD will bring out the best in him.
Bradley added this about choosing the Lakers: “I felt like this was the situation where I could reach my full potential.” He cited his time playing with Boston and how the stars demanded his best, and thought LeBron/AD plus vet Rondo would do the same.
— Mike Trudell (@LakersReporter) October 1, 2019
Avery Bradley wants to remind everyone he is still one of the best perimeter defenders in the NBA. Since the Lakers are going to have so many nationally televised games this season, Bradley has a great opportunity to accomplish that goal given so many eyes are going to be on the Lakers.
Bradley split time last season with the Los Angeles Clippers and Memphis Grizzlies. In 63 games, the two-time All-Defensive team member averaged 9.9 points, 2.8 rebounds and 2.4 assists while shooting 40.8 percent from the field, 35.1 percent from beyond the arc and 86.0 percent from the free-throw line.
On the Lakers, Bradley is reuniting with Rajon Rondo. The two were teammates on the Boston Celtics and are very close friends off the court.
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