Brandon Rahbar: Sam Presti thinks that SGA taking a step up defensively will catapult him to another level. The two things I wanted from Shai this coming season: 1. To be the undisputed #1 guy. 2. To improve his defense. Presti specifically mentioned these two things. SGA SZN is on.
Sam Presti Rumors
Brandon Rahbar: Presti says he wishes he could take credit for knowing Lu Dort would be starting. Says he got thrown into the mix because of injuries and he didn’t fail. “Next thing you know, he’s Lu Dort.”
Brandon Rahbar: Sam Presti: “I had dinner with Baze a couple times in the bubble, and I just love his mentality.”
Brandon Rahbar: Sam Presti on small market OKC vs the rest of the NBA: “We’re happy to be David to Goliath.”
Brandon Rahbar: Presti on Andre Roberson returning to the Thunder: He says the roster is pretty full right now, but he still has to more work to do. (I don’t think Dre is coming back. Here’s hoping he lands somewhere and continues his comeback.)
Brandon Rahbar: Presti on Poku: “Last summer, he was playing in an under 18 tournament. He’s a player that caught the attention of the group. Basketball IQ, overall skill level. We tracked him from that point on.” Spoke on needing opportunity, to fail, to get feedback. Sounds like he’ll play.
Brandon Rahbar: Sam Presti: “The Thunder stands for much more than what we do. Our standing in the community. Our role in being an ambassador for the state, both nationally and internationally.” Presti says the team’s relationship with Oklahomans is very important.
