Bismack Biyombo recalls entering the league a decade ago as a 19-year old, fresh off a season in Spain’s professional league. Back then, the Congolese big man gravitated toward veterans Boris Diaw and DeSagana Diop, a connection at least partially formed out of their ability to speak French.
Nearly 10 years later, Biyombo is making sure the Hornets rookie are getting the same kind of welcome that he once received. One particular player, though, has so far gotten the lion’s share of his focus, at least publicly, in LaMelo Ball.
Head coach James Borrego has noticed them in practice, in games, in the film room.