The Lakers defeated their city rival Clippers again today. The most watched of this campaign is the Lakers teenager Talen Horton-Tucker scored 33 points, 10 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals. He played 41 minutes and made 11 of 17 shots, including 4 of 5 three-pointers and 7 of 9 free throws.
After the game, Lakers superstar LeBron James updated his personal social media updates and praised Tucker’s performance. He wrote: “I tried to tell you all, this little brother is a cold guy. Continue, keep @Talen Horton-Tucker.”
The Lakers players also accepted media interviews after the game, including Kentavious Caldwell-Pope and Marc Gasol all talked about Tucker’s performance. Tucker himself was also interviewed by reporters at the press conference after the game.
The reporter first reviewed the Lakers’ journey to the championship last season. Tucker said, “I’ve always said that. It’s really lucky to have such an experience at the age of 19 or 20. I can learn from my superstar teammates every day.”
“This is my second game in which I have played more than 30 minutes. It is important to have this opportunity to find the rhythm of the game. It gave me a good start.” Tucker said of two consecutive warm-up matches played for more than 30 minutes. Said so.
Speaking of his defense, Tucker said: “I think my defensive instincts can help the team and also stimulate my fighting spirit.”
Lakers player Kentavious Caldwell-Pope: “Tucker has been playing very hard. Whether it is training camp or daily training, he is very aggressive and very comprehensive. He is really a powerful young man.” Pope praised his teammate Tucker’s performance.
Speaking of his performance, Pope said: “Although the offseason is short, my body feels good and self-confidence has exploded. We have to start this season with this belief.”
In this game, Pope played 24 minutes, 5 of 8 shots, 2 of 3 three-pointers, 4 of 5 free throws, 16 points, 5 rebounds, 3 assists and 3 steals.
In addition to Pope and Marc Gasol who played with Tucker this game, Gasol said: “I don’t know much about Tucker, but he looks very good. Playing with him is great. He has the opportunity to play both offensive and defensively. Be different.”
Head coach Frank Vogel talked about Tucker’s aggressive performance when interviewed by reporters today. Vogel said: “He showed more of what we have seen in him before, and his data does not surprise us. “
“His defense is as talented as his offense,” Vogel said.
When asked how to allocate playing time to Tucker in the regular season, Vogel laughed and said: “It will definitely make my job difficult.”
After the game, the legendary Lakers star Magic Johnson also praised Tucker in the community, he wrote: “@Los Angeles Lakers discovered another gem-Talen Horton-Tucker, they beat the Clippers 131-106 In his warm-up match, he led the game with 33 points and 10 rebounds.”
The @Lakers found another gem in Talen Horton-Tucker. He led with 33 points and 10 rebounds in their 131-106 over the Clippers in exhibition!
— Earvin Magic Johnson (@MagicJohnson) December 14, 2020
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