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Mikal Bridges’ Thoughts on Cam Thomas’ Ability to Make Tough Shots

The Brooklyn Nets have some tough shot-makers on the roster, with both Thomas and Bridges leading the way.

Peter Sunjic

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Ever since he was a prospect, Cameron Thomas has been known to take and make tough shots. That is his bread and butter, which has made him the reliable scorer that he is nowadays. It's a remarkable skill to consistently make shots, a talent Cam has demonstrated numerous times while donning a Brooklyn Nets uniform.

Having joined the Nets team in February 2023, Mikal Bridges continues to be amazed by Thomas' shooting abilities in both practices and games

“Before I got there, I’m just looking at him like alright some of the shots he’s shooting I’m like whatever,” Mikal Bridges said on Podcast P. “I remember the first day I got there and I was shooting with him, I like going left and shooting fades… and you see me in practice making them every single time, that’s how I felt with Cam because he’s unorthodox.”

Cam loves shooting tough shots

Blessed with natural talent, the LSU product effortlessly sinks shots, maintaining a poised mid-air stance. Cam takes pleasure in executing mid-range fade-aways, showcasing his finesse to elevate over defenders' outstretched arms.

Fans around the league will see some glimpses of someone like Kobe Bryant or Allen Iverson in Nets' guard because as soon as he catches the ball, he will find a way to score. 

Brooklyn benefits from his tough shot-making

Throughout the injury-free stretches of this season, Cam boasted an impressive average of 26.9 points per game. His scoring prowess shines in unassisted buckets, particularly during isolations, where he adeptly navigates single coverage to outmaneuver defenders and make challenging shots.

Brooklyn benefits from Cam's comfort in such situations. His experience in similar scenarios over thousands of games contributes to his ease, and he's likely to maintain this approach, while Mikal is happy to watch him "cook." 

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PETER SUNJIC

Peter's journey with basketball commenced in the first grade, and it has since evolved into an integral part of his life. Standing on the brink of a potential professional playing career, Peter ultimately chose to pursue a degree in Political Science and Journalism in Zagreb, Croatia. Despite this academic pursuit, his deep-rooted love for the game of basketball endured, undiminished. Now, as a writer and editor, Peter finds an avenue to channel his unwavering passion for basketball-related news and analysis. Whether it's deciphering the latest happenings or delving into the lore of old-school basketball, he covers every corner of the NBA world.

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