Silver Screen and Roll · Oct 11, 2018
Isaac Bonga is staying patient as the Lakers develop him
When trying to figure out where Isaac Bonga fits into the future of the Los Angeles Lakers, one only needs to look at the bench. Or more accurately, just to the right of it.
There, on the far side of LeBron James’ throne-esque raised seat is where Bonga sits, on the floor with his knees to his chest, watching, waiting for a chance that isn’t coming any time soon.
But the Lakers didn’t select Bonga with the 39th overall pick in the 2018 NBA Draft and give him a four-year deal with almost $2.5 million in guaranteed money with any illusions of him contributing right away. They’re planning to take it slow with Bonga, which is just fine with him, because he knows he has a lot to improve on.
