Struggle → Physical fitness concerns, KT Hammons is pushing the limit"
Dec 09, 2024
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Raytheon Hammons (27, Suwon KT), who is struggling alone, put his worries to rest with a shrug.
Suwon KT, led by head coach Song Young-jin, is having a hard time. This is because some of the main players, including Heo Hoon and Ha Yoon-ki, left due to injuries. In addition, even Jordan Morgan, a new foreign player who was ambitiously recruited, was away due to injury. Despite the difficult situation, KT is in the top ranks with 10 wins and 6 losses in the opening 16 KCC professional basketball games in the 2024-2025 season. Thanks to Hammonds' performance.
Hammonds entered the KBL stage for the first time this season wearing KT's uniform. He gained experience in Puerto Rico, Russia, and the German league. Hammonds played in all 16 games this season, averaging 19.2 points-11 rebounds in 26 minutes and 38 seconds. It is the 'key' of KT's offense and defense.
He also played fiercely in a home game against Busan KCC at KT Sonicboom Arena in Suwon on the 8th. He left 26 points and 11 rebounds in 35 minutes and 52 seconds. took the lead in his team's 60-58 victory.
After the game, Hammonds said "There are a lot of injuries. Still, other players came out and did well. It was an important victory. I think it's important to take it step by step and create a victory."
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Hammonds said "No shot went in. The coach and coach ordered me to go inside and play a mismatch. When the opponent's defense comes in, he told his teammate to take out the ball. I think the simple explanation was the factor of victory."
Worry is physical strength. Coach Song said earlier that there was only one foreign player. Physical fitness is a problem." Hammonds, the party involved, was of the mindset that there was no problem. Hammonds said "When I first came to the team, I was the only foreign player. I am maintaining my physical strength through a 5:5 practice game. Instead of thinking about resting, I'm pushing the limit without caring about (physical strength)."
KT will play the East Asian Super League (EASL) against Taoyuan Pauian Pilots in Macau on the 11th (Korea Standard Time) and then face Daegu Korea Gas Corporation on the 14th.
This article was translated by Naver AI translator.
