Rui Hachimura seems unconcerned by trade rumours as the trade deadline approaches.
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| As the deadline approaches, Rui Hachimura seems unaffected by trade rumours |
When asked if he desired a trade, 24-year-old Hachimura hesitated for many seconds before responding, "I don't know."
WASHINGTON (AP) – Rui Hachimura is unconcerned by the possibility of being traded.
The Washington Wizards forwards stated on Saturday night, "I just want to be somewhere that wants me as a basketball player, and somewhere that enjoys my game."
When questioned if Washington is this location, he responded, "I'm not sure. We have to find out."
Hachimura was an undeniable benefit to the Wizards on Saturday, when he matched his career-high with 30 points in a victory over Orlando. This occurred immediately after rumours began to circulate that he would be traded before the February 9 deadline.
"I must immediately play my game. Hachimura stated after the game, "I am aware of my abilities and can lead the team to victory." "It's either this team or another. I can assist groups."
When asked if he desired a trade, 24-year-old Hachimura hesitated for many seconds before responding, "I don't know."
When asked whether he had requested a trade, he refused to respond.
Hachimura, who is 6-foot-8, is in his fourth season. He was picked ninth overall by the Wizards in 2019 out of Gonzaga.
In his first two seasons, he started 105 games, but since then, he has started only 13 games, including none this season. This season, he has averaging 13 points and 4.3 rebounds in 30 games. His lifetime scoring average is 13 points per game.
Hachimura said, "Right now, I must maintain my attention on the present." "I am aware of everything occuring right now. I simply need to play the games and be myself."
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