José Juan Barea talks about Puerto Ricans in the NBA and his commitment to the Mavericks

A <a href="https://www.world-today-news.com/the-international-presence-on-the-nba-rosters-is-nurtured/" title="The international presence on the NBA rosters is nurtured”>José Juan Bareathe owner of the New Orleans Pelicans, Jose Alvaradoreminding him a lot of when he arrived at the Dallas Mavericks in the 2006-07 season.

“He had to work hard to be where he is. “Barea admitted when he was talking about him also being a member of the National Team.

“He takes advantage of it and represents us well. Enrique Freemanalso, who will be with me a coach Rick Carlisle in English Indiana Games. Lots of young talent. I hope it goes well for everyone. Even to Alex Morales y Ethan Thompson that, although they will not be with him Orlando magicthey did it very well. I’m sure it’s in the G-League “They’ll do well,” he said.

Barea and Alvarado came to the NBA without being selected in the rookie draft.

Barea played 14 seasons in the NBA, 11 of them with Dallas and another three with the NBA Minnesota Timberwolves. In 2017-18, with the Mavericks, he averaged the most points in a season in the NBA with 11.6 points the comparison. He won the tournament in 2011.

Alvarado enters his fourth season with the Pelicans, coming off a two-year, $9 million extension.

The man from Mayagüez also talked about the shooting guard and so on. Julian Strawtherwho plays with the Denver Clipsrevealing that he has a “direct line to Carlisle” regarding Freeman.

“Strawther is a scorer. Any player who can shoot three pointers and defend well will do. “I have an upcoming conversation with Carlisle (about Freeman),” he said.

Strawther, 6’6″ tall, is preparing for his second championship with the Nuggets.

On the other hand, Freeman was recently selected at number 50 (second round). draft of the NBA.

On the other hand, an old sitter of the National Team He did not hide his enthusiasm when one of his favorite players came to his team, Dallas.

It’s about the keeper Clay Thomson, who signed as a free agent.

“The NBA is still exciting. I’m happy with Dallas, with the team we have this year. Klay was one of my favorites. I will stay up to watch them play. It will be a strong season for all teams. The fans enjoy it,” he continued.

“I like Dallas to go far. The Boston Celtics They are still number one on the list. he is Shades of Oklahoma City It is uncomfortable. They have a new center now that I really like (Isaiah Hartenstein)… Also Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who is among the best in the league…,” he said.

Barea explained that he is still an ambassador for the Mavericks and visits the group three or four times a year.

“If I want to come back to the NBA one day, it will be with them. Meanwhile, I’m happy in Puerto Rico. Bringing happiness to my children. Doing many things with the foundation and the project READINGwhich opens now in January. It’s a lot of work,” he said.

Barea is currently directing the Guaynabo Mets there National Superior Basketball (BSN) y was announced assistant coach of the national team.

Finally, the former point guard said he is enjoying his new level as co-owner of the Puerto Rican Basketball League with the Mets.

“This is one of the most important leagues on the island. I didn’t know much about her and now I’m involved. There are over 40 teams. These are opportunities for players who do not play in the BSN. It all happened because one day, to be with Alex Galindo and JowellGalindo said he couldn’t do it again (run the team). He asked us and we said yes. A town like Guaynabo should always have a team. Let’s see if one day we can find a way to combine it a bit with the BSN.”he gave a sentence.