Rui Hachimura credits Phil Handy for helping him improve his shooting
Rui Hachimura has credited former Lakers assistant coach Phil Handy for significantly improving his 3-point shooting since joining the team in January 2023. Hachimura's shooting percentage from beyond the arc has soared, culminating in a remarkable 56.9% during the recent postseason. As he approaches free agency, Hachimura reflects on his development and the challenges of remaining with the Lakers amid other player contracts.
- ▪Rui Hachimura joined the Los Angeles Lakers in January 2023 and has since improved his 3-point shooting.
- ▪He achieved a postseason 3-point shooting percentage of 56.9%, setting a record for playoff accuracy.
- ▪Hachimura attributes his shooting improvement to Phil Handy, who emphasized the importance of the 3-point shot in his game.
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