The Los Angeles Lakers got Adou Thiero his first NBA action in a win over the Bucks in Milwaukee on Saturday night, and he instantly proved he can be a difference-maker with his energy and athleticism. The 6’6 wing has been hampered by injuries dating back to his college days. He missed all of summer league and the preseason. This was truly his first action with the Lakers, and the 21-year-old immediately impressed.
He got his first minutes in the opening quarter and almost immediately pulled in a hustle offensive rebound that the rookie had no business securing.