Sharp Adjusts to NBA Speed After Kings' Preseason Loss
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- Emmanuel Sharp scored 7 points in his Kings preseason debut.
- Sharp aims to adapt to the NBA's speed and competition level.
- He expressed confidence in his shooting despite early misses.
- The Kings lost their first preseason game to the Lakers.
- Sharp highlighted the need for better physical play in games.
Israeli player Emmanuel Sharp scored 7 points in his Sacramento Kings debut, a preseason loss to the Lakers, 127-103. Sharp, who played significant minutes, led the Kings with 30 points, though he struggled with shooting efficiency, making 2 of 11 field goals. He also contributed a rebound, two assists, and two steals.
Following the game, Sharp reflected on the experience, stating he needs to adapt to the speed of the NBA game and the high level of competition, particularly mentioning playing against players like Luka Dončić. He emphasized his focus on defense and energy, expressing confidence that his missed shots will start falling. Sharp acknowledged the physical nature of the game, noting that while the team was coached to play physically during training camp, they struggled to translate that into the game itself.
Despite the loss, Sharp expressed excitement for the upcoming preseason games, viewing each opportunity on the court as a chance to improve and for the team to identify areas for development. He indicated that the team's focus is on understanding what works and where they need to get better as they prepare for the regular season.
