Ayo Dosunmu shares he worked hardest on his conditioning this offseason: "I think that will be able to elevate my game in the best ways"

Dosunmu is looking to bring his game to new heights

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Ayo Dosunmu knows that getting minutes in the guard rotation of the Chicago Bulls will not be easy. Even though Lonzo Ball remains sidelined for another whole season, the team still has Coby White, Alex Caruso, Dalen Terry, and the newly acquired Jevon Carter, making the competition fierce.

This is why Dosunmu worked harder than ever on his conditioning over the offseason, and he believes it will be a big factor in determining his success. In an interview with NBC Sports Chicago, he shared that his relentless work in the summer may help him play at a high level all season long.

In tip-top shape

After a sophomore season that wasn’t as superb as his rookie campaign, the former Illinois guard attacked the offseason like he would a defender. Dosunmu knew he had to make the most of every minute and dedicated himself to long hours in the gym, honing his craft and building up his endurance.

“You know, I worked No. 1 on being in tip-top shape to be able to physically sustain the whole season at a high level. I think first acknowledging that, being in the best shape, being able to run and put more time on the clock, I think that will be able to elevate my game in the best ways,” Dosunmu said.

Shooting was also a critical point of emphasis for the young guard. He shot 37 percent from three-point land in his rookie season, helping to open up the floor and provide a scoring punch. However, he struggled in that area last season, his percentages dropping to an abysmal 31 percent.

“And then, of course, just my jumpshot, being more confident on the unders [when defenders go under screens], taking what the defense is giving me,” Dosunmu added.

Ayo Dosunmu splashes the stepback triple 🪣pic.twitter.com/DcBWWRz0BI

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Make good things happen

Dosunmu is a confident young man. Despite the obvious competition for minutes in the rotation and his own limitations in terms of shooting, he believes he can make a positive impact on the Bulls this season. He knows that success won’t come quickly or easily, but his attitude and work ethic motivate him to achieve his goals.

“For sure. I’m a competitor. Ultimately, I want to win. I put so much work into my game this summer—two-a-days, three-a-days, waking up at 5 or 6 a.m. throughout the whole contract process still. I tried to progress. I want to play so hard and be so able at both ends that Coach Donovan, he can’t not have me on the court. That’s I want to have this year. I want to have that presence where my teammates know that when Ayo is on the court, good things happen.”

AYO DOSUNMU FROM HALF COURT 😱

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