for the 2022-2023 season NBA promises strong emotions on many fronts, most spanish players in the american league start a course full of anticipation for your franchise. At least five of his six, who will be part of a team that starts its course on Oct. 19, will be aiming to reach the playoffs when his April comes.

Despite the illusion that the project evokes, it is Serge Ibakawhich means another year milwaukee bucks lDesigned by Giannis Antetokounmpo. Those with room to grow Santi Aldama (Memphis Grizzlies) and Ricky Rubio (Cleveland Cavaliers), both have pedigree rosters and reach the final round if the wind blows (much) in their favor.

For the European Champion Willie and Juancho Hernangomez We’ll have to wait until each team makes a very positive evolution, Usman Galba He needs to focus on personal improvement within the less ambitious Houston Rockets.

Each situation is detailed below.

ring candidate

Serge Ibaka (Milwaukee Bucks)

The 2019 Toronto veteran and NBA champion said he feels loved and respected by people around the world this summer. milwaukee bucks, one of the leading contenders for the American League Ring. The Wisconsin native keeps the hardcore intact thanks to its irresistible powers. Giannis Antetokounmpo They continue to add assets to repeat the 2021 Ariron. “When the best player in the NBA calls you and wants you back, it’s very important. For me,” he cherished the interior of Spain and Congo.

His role within the team remains questionable after he had little impact in the playoffs last year, dropping from an average of 16.3 minutes in the regular season to just 3.7 minutes in the playoffs.the return of Brooke Lopezthe start center of Mike Budenholzer, caused a sharp decline in its share. Either way, Ibaka has already reached its limits. 33 years old An important existence for an organization seeking a title. Shadow leader, locker room his animator, Pivot’s role is there.

Joe Englisha big summer addition, will still take time to get used to the routine due to a serious knee injury. His outside shot will be key for the Bucks. Antet, Middleton, Holliday You can dream again with the ring. That was their goal, and not being able to achieve it would be a huge disappointment for them.

Heading into the playoffs

Santi Aldama (Memphis Grizzlies)

The Tennessee franchise Ja MorantThe same core that planted them in the conference semifinals against Golden State Warriors, Excellent in the end thanks to previous championship experience.students Taylor Jenkins From that experience and office, they worked to avoid major casualties and laid the financial foundation to pay everyone in the future.

Meanwhile, the canary Santi Aldama Starting his second year in the NBA after going unnoticed at first. The bad news for him is that with the same roster, coaches will probably have less incentive to experiment and give opportunities to players with fewer minutes in their rotation. That was where he was depressed, but this summer he decided to leave his national team to focus on convincing the coaching staff of his worth during summer league. You did a good job and showed something. “I have a lot of confidence in the team and I think the team has a lot of confidence in me.” Appreciated the interior. This summer, he also lifted weights to gain muscle and physical presence on defense, one of his weaknesses at this point in the film.

In Memphis, they live in hope and want to repeat last year’s success. As such, doing well in the playoffs is a realistic goal for Aldama and his teammates.

Ricky Rubio (Cleveland Cavaliers)

Last year, the Cavaliers were finally able to rise from the ashes and show some vigor after their second march lebron jamesthanks to the advent of Darius Garland Appearance as an All-Star in the third season and Evan MobleyThe Rookie of the Year candidate finished eighth in the East Division. Despite serious setbacks such as injuries, Ricky Rubio Playing the best basketball of his professional career in the NBA, he devised a hopeful course. play in, The fact that they were deprived of playing a well-deserved playoff.

The good news comes in the form of additions. Donovan Mitchell Hungry after splitting the Utah Jazz and Pears, he decided to abandon the draft route to quickly improve the team, which would be the new standard for the franchise. I knew people and felt the job was not done.”Ricky explained his decision to return to the team as a free agent. “We had a lot of success last year and we wanted to build on that.”.

These Cavs’ goals are clear: reach the playoffs and try to scare away Big East contenders.

Juancho Hernangomez (Toronto Raptors)

The middle of the family had a busy and successful summer on and off the court.After much uncertainty, he ended up signing with the Raptors veteran minimum Starting a new project after failing to integrate into any of the three teams last year. Celtics, Spurs, Jazz. A gold medal against Spain in EuroBasket and his role as MVP in the Grand Final against France show the way for him. Bo Cruz in the movie Hustleof Adam Sandler, than the development on the track. Scoring from the perimeter and hard work at the back will be key for him to join the team.

He may have trouble finding a spot in a rotation with many similar players playing in the same position. “I thought he was well trained and would fit in here well.”I also spoke with Masai (Ujiri, Raptors’ head of operations). The truth is I am very happy to be here. new opportunities, new goals And with much desire and enthusiasm,” declared the Madrilenian at the Media Day.

team hardcore Nick Nurse Just like last year when they were able to make the playoffs and win six games in the first round against the Philadelphia 76ers. No doubt they hope to maintain similar success with this course. Scotty BurnsRookie of the Year, and Pascal Siakam, again found the best form.Signature of Otto Porter Jr.the Warriors champion adds defenses to the project with other references such as Fred VanVleet world OG Anunoby.

Again, the purpose is clear. Playoff or failure.

Willie Hernangomez (New Orleans Pelicans)

Although the eldest son of the family saga, Summer, was crowned Eurobasket MVP The truth is that his prospects in the NBA look worse during the Spanish team’s gold medal tournament.He defeated him in battle against Lithuania, but his partner Jonas Valanciunas Willie, who has always been ready, has made it to the top thanks to injuries to Lithuanian player and franchise chief witness Zion Williamson. I found many more opportunities.sometimes small things Jason Hayes I got ahead of him in the coach’s plans.

With no injuries, the Madrilenian again begins with the need to claim a role in the team. “I am ready, I am confident. He’s proven that with minutes, he can be one of the best centers to play basketball.” In front of the media, he highlighted the player facing the third course in Louisiana. “I feel so good when this summer is over. I hope the confidence will change in minutes.” warning.

illusion of Zion Competitive Returns Recent Updates for Tremendous Players Like CJ McCallum We promise a new boost to the team that was able to fight the Almighty last year phoenix suns in the playoffs. Given the success of that recipe, most players will repeat. Brandon Ingram Again the main scoring asset, using a worker like Joseph Alvarado Provides the defensive touch needed by teams looking to do something in the playoffs.

If health respects them, the goal is clear: try to reach the postseason and, if you’re lucky, make it through a few rounds.

in another league

Usman Galba (Houston Rockets)

After a golden summer with the national team, Young power forward recharges batteries and returns to Houston After a disappointing first season.Between injuries and lack of opportunities, he could only have a good time at a subsidiary of the G League franchise. Sergio Scariolo It has helped him grow and he has to manage the impact from competing for everything to competing for nothing.

Still in full rebuilding, the Rockets will enter the pool and become one of the worst teams in the NBA.after the balance of 20 wins 62 losses, they haven’t added a heavy but good talented player through the draft. This includes the number 3 J.Abari Smith Jr. Christian Wood, His most reliable player is now a member of the Dallas Mavericks, so the weight will come off. Jalen GreenA player who started a carburetor at the end of last year.

Galba will have to race hard to punch a hole in the rotation as seen last year. Plus, he has no incentive other than to keep improving his game while his team racks up losses.