Brooklyn Nets ’ rookie Nolan Traoré is stepping into the NBA with confidence and focus.

Having played professionally in France last year with Saint Quentin, he says the experience prepared him for the league’s pace.

“ The fact that I was able to play professionally last year obviously helped me; it just made me even more prepared for this ,” Traoré said, per BeBasket .

Coach Jordi Fernandez highlighted Traoré’s offensive potential.

“ His drives to the basket aren’t just good for scoring, but also for drawing the defense and finding a teammate open on the opposite 3-point line .”

Reflecting on expectations, Traoré explained: “ It just means I have to be the fastest guy on the floor. Every single game — and there are 82 of them. That’s a lot, and I just have to take care of my b

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