After Getting Discarded by the Blazers, 24YO Lakers Star Proves His Worth to LeBron James by Shutting Down Tyrese Haliburton

The Los Angeles Lakers made history by winning the first-ever NBA In-Season Tournament. The dark horses of the tournament, the Indiana Pacers were putting up a fight, but due to some spectacular performances by the Lakers’ players, they failed. Players like Anthony Davis, LeBron James, and more proved their worth in taking the Lakers to victory.

One player in particular came through and showcased his immense skill set. After stints with many teams, most recently with the Portland Trail Blazers, he joined the City of Angels this July and has already become LeBron’s go-to player and even earning his praises.

James reveals that the 24-year-old star was getting written off

Cam Reddish has conquered the odds and established his value with the Los Angeles Lakers. He earned the praise of none other than basketball icon LeBron James. The Lakers’ recent triumph over the Indiana Pacers in the NBA In-Season Tournament Championship highlighted Reddish’s tenacity and effectiveness at both ends of the court. An NBA insider revealed on X that James had praised Reddish and wanted him to display his talents in the In-Season tournament. However, James further said, “People were writing him off. I’m so happy he got to experience this and perform. I believe in him.”

The 123-109 victory over the Railroad City showcased the importance of Cam Reddish. Not only did he offensively help the team, but he also managed to make 3 crucial blocks that helped break the momentum of the formidable attack of the Pacers. Due to his 6’7″ stature, he was a defensive weapon who was blocking lanes and guarding the rim. So, in a league where attacking prowess often takes the most importance, Reddish made an impact with his defensive skill set.

How did Reddish aid his team against the Pacers?

Cam Reddish’s influence on the court was not seen in his stats as he played 33 minutes but only scored 9 points, 3 rebounds, and 1 assist. But he played a major part in consistently guarding the rising star of the NBA, Tyrese Haliburton, and limited his field goal attempts. When Reddish started guarding T.J. McConnell, he performed an unbelievable block which even shocked McConnell himself.

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While the Lakers struggled with three-point shooting, Reddish’s offensive impact was critical. After Myles Turner’s three-pointer looked to close the deficit, his clutch three-pointer kept the advantage at two possessions. So, due to his impact on both sides of the floor, he proved his worth to the Lakers. And as the season progresses, the City of Angels have yet another weapon in their arsenal that can make an impact on the floor.

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