Between Summer League, media day, and training camp, Nique Clifford is getting a taste of what the NBA has in store for him in 2025-2026. And with the support and guidance of Zach LaVine, Clifford will both survive and thrive.
The media will be on him perpetually, and fans will analyze his every move. Despite being a rookie, expectations on him to deliver will be incredibly high. It's a lot for a 23-year-old to deal with.
That's what makes having someone like LaVine as a mentor even more important. Zach has been in the league since he was drafted by the Timberwolves in 2014.