Ever since he began his draft process last summer, Los Angeles Lakers forward Brandon Ingram has drawn comparisons to Golden State Warriors forward Kevin Durant. With both being 6’9 (and growing), freakishly long, athletic forwards, the comparison, at least physically, makes sense.
Ingram has a ton of potential and it is noticeable to everyone. The Lakers front office obviously believes he has superstar potential, as do opposing teams as many tried to trade for Ingram, but were turned away. Even Durant himself sees the potential of Ingram and has tried to help the young forward.
In an interview with Michael Lee of Yahoo Sports Ingram revealed that Durant consistently sends him motivational messages and advice:
“[Durant] is always sending me motivational things.