With NBA Summer League right around the corner, Los Angeles Lakers head coach Luke Walton, along with rookie Brandon Ingram, D’Angelo Russell and Larry Nance, Jr. chatted with the media after their second day of practice.
Walton discusses his early impressions of their No. 2 draft pick, as well as how he’s seen Russell take command of the summer league squad. Russell gives his thoughts on Walton’s coaching style and playing in his system, while also talking about his post game that he’s been working on this summer.
After just his second day of practice, Ingram says he isn’t worried about some of the negativity surrounding his thin frame. After impressing his teammates in practice, Ingram’s excited to show his physicality on the court in Summer League.
Nance Jr. is one of those teammates that was blown away not only by Ingram’s skill, but his strength. Nance also talks to the media about how different it feels playing under Coach Walton and what he’s added to his game this summer. It’s all in our videos below.
Luke Walton’s Impressions Of Brandon Ingram, D’Angelo Russell
D’Angelo Russell Excited About Luke Walton’s Coaching Style
Brandon Ingram After His Second Day Of Summer League Practice
Larry Nance Jr. On Brandon Ingram: ‘The Real Deal’
Lakers 5-On-5 Scrimmage: Brandon Ingram, D’Angelo Russell, Randle, Nance
Brandon Ingram Turning Heads, Luke Walton Taking Charge