Jimmer Fredette finally gets to show what he can do.
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Jimmer Fredette: "There's players that need a little
longer to find their niche"
By Jorge Sierra (hoopshype.com)
Former college basketball superstar Jimmer Fredette is
having green light to shoot for the first time in his pro career – although
it’s the D-League, not the NBA, where that is happening. Through his first
four NBADL games, Fredette is averaging 27.5 points per game on
47.0 percent shooting with the Knicks’ D-League affiliate. He’s hoping
that leads to a call-up and the right fit for him in the NBA.
When did you first consider playing in the D-League?
Jimmer Fredette: After I was waived by the Spurs, we
had several options we were looking at. Overseas was an option, NBA was still
an option with teams getting rid of guys and adding guys and then there was the
D-League. We felt like like the D-League at this time was the best option for
me in my career. The Knicks called and told me they would love to have me
as part of their organization with their D-League team and it felt good at
the time. So far, it’s worked out well.
Was there much interest in your services from teams in
Europe or China?
JF: There were teams interested in Europe and a
little bit of interest from teams in China, but most clubs there had their
rosters filled out at that point.
What’s the best part of the D-League experience for you
so far?
JF: The Westchester Knicks have a really good set-up
compared to other teams in the D-League just because we practice in the Knicks’
facility. Westchester is a very nice area with a lot of stuff going on and the
Knicks are involved in their D-League team a lot. Allan Houston is
our GM and he’s a great guy to have in your corner. The set-up is great
and it’s been a very positive experience with the Knicks.
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