Jordi Fernandez, First Spain-born coach to take charge of a franchise nba, He said that all the players Brooklyn Nets He will have the opportunity to show that he can be a starting player on his team. “It’s not in my mind that some players have to start just because,” He said in a press conference.
“Whether you are young or experienced, if you work hard you will have an opportunity to play as a starter or in the ‘top 10’ because I am willing to play with 10 (rotation) players. “It’s going to be a battle, it’s going to be competitive and every player will know they have a chance to achieve their goals.” He added. Fernandez is facing his first season in the NBA as coach of the Nets and this Thursday he appeared with the franchise’s general manager, Shawn Marks, Within the traditional open days for the media before the start of each season.
The man from Badalona will lead a team that has definitely pressed the stop button. ‘Reconstruction’: At the time of Kevin Durant, James Harden and Kyrie Irving They are far away, michael bridges He was traded to the New York Knicks this summer to recoup draft capital and the club began a new phase, dedicating themselves to the youngest players and looking for green shoots for the future.
Famous NBA center Dikembe Mutombo dies of brain cancerFaced with this difficult challenge, Fernandez said he feels “very excited” and wants to spread his enthusiasm. “It’s very important to bring energy into everything you do in your life because it’s contagious,” he said. “Am I going to make mistakes? Absolutely. But I also want to make honest mistakes trying to do the best thing for the team.” He added.
Jordi Fernandez with Nets GM Shawn Marks /efe
In this sense, Fernández argued that a coach does not have all the answers even before the preseason opens. “And I don’t think I should keep them right now. We’re part of the process,” he said. But he elaborated on what the playing preferences are for his Nets style: “On the defensive side I want a team that presses the ball, that is very physical, He is connected (…). Offensively, everyone wants to play fast in the NBA. But how are you going to do it?” he asked himself.
Cam Thomas and Nick Claxton They are Brooklyn’s two main players for this new season, although most of the attention on the Nets is ben simmons Controversy, injuries and poor performances have dogged him in recent years. “Ben is doing very well. His operation was successful and he had a great summer, he seems to be in a very good place. He will be 100 percent ready to start the preseason and we will treat him like the rest of the players ” Player(…). “I’m excited to see Ben on the court from day one.” Fernandez said. “If you think about it, a healthy Ben is a very good player,” He added.
The past comes back to haunt ex-Azulgrana AxumThe Nets will have a media day with all of their players on Monday, September 30 in Brooklyn and their preseason begins the following day. The New Yorkers will play the first four friendlies Will officially debut on October 23 against the Hawks in Atlanta.
