Rodions, aka Rodi, Kurucs was bound for Long Island, everyone thought. He even said he’d be willing to spend time with the Nets G League affiliate, calling the possibility a “great opportunity,” part of his development.
“But maybe I’ll show something up here,” he told NetsDaily with a smile on Media Day. “Maybe I’ll be something like a surprise.”
Surprise!
Kurucs may not turn 21 until February and may be the Nets third youngest player after fellow rookie Dzanan Musa and Jarrett Allen, but he’s turned heads in preseason. Per 36 minutes, he’s averaged 22.