Ben Chessar Feels More Comfortable, Ready for Competition in Second Nets Season

Israeli guard Ben Chessar, entering his second season with the Brooklyn Nets and the NBA, expressed increased comfort and confidence within the organization during the team's recent Media Day. The 20-year-old player stated he feels more at ease with his teammates and the team structure, a sentiment echoed by a club source who noted Chessar's improved communication and confidence off the court.

Chessar reflected on his rookie season, acknowledging areas for improvement in both offense and defense, and emphasized his readiness for the upcoming year. He highlighted a dedicated summer focused on improving his shooting, spending significant time in the gym and participating in the Summer League to gain more practice and playing time. "The work was very, very good," Chessar said, adding that the team's coaches emphasize consistency for all players.

Anticipating competition for backup point guard minutes, potentially against Nolan Traore, Chessar welcomed the healthy rivalry, believing it brings out the best in players and benefits the team. He agreed with teammate Michael Porter Jr.'s sentiment that the Nets should "dream big" and aim for over 50 wins, suggesting the team is underestimated and poised for a strong season after the productive summer experienced by the young players.

Nets coach Jordi Fernandez praised Chessar's dedication to improvement, noting his physical attributes and consistent work ethic. "He's done a tremendous job this summer, and you'll see the results of it in his body," Fernandez stated, expressing confidence in Chessar's shooting ability. New acquisition Moe Wagner also shared positive interactions with Chessar, commending his talent and expressing excitement about playing alongside the team's young guards.

Chessar also commented on the maturity of fellow young guards, including Yegor Demin and Michael Brown Jr., highlighting their professionalism and communication. Brown Jr. expressed gratitude for the opportunity to impact wins and credited his teammates for reinforcing his confidence. The Nets will begin their preseason against the Philadelphia 76ers on October 8th.