The San Antonio Spurs are gearing up for the upcoming NBA season, and second-year forward Jeremy Sochan has drawn high praise from legendary head coach Gregg Popovich.
During a recent Media Day press conference, Popovich compared Sochan’s versatility to that of a utility infielder in baseball.
“He can play one through four, and depending on circumstances, who we’re playing, injuries, I could see him going to the five, and us playing small,” Pop said, per Kelly Iko of The Athletic.
Popovich continued to laud Sochan’s abilities, highlighting his competitive nature, ball-handling skills, and playmaking ability. “He’s one of our best passers,” Popovich noted. “He’s really important in creating pace for us, that up-tempo style that we did so much better with last year. Very, very fun to watch.”
During his rookie campaign in San Antonio, the 20-year-old Sochan showcased his potential by averaging 11 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 2.5 assists in 26 minutes per game.
