After Victor Oladipo put on a great performance against the San Antonio Spurs, fans want him off the Loong Lions and back in the NBA.
As NBA teams get ready for the new season, a key part of their process involves playing in preseason games.
We’ve seen many NBA teams face each other in their first slate of preseason games. But sometimes, the NBA allows teams to play against opponents from different parts of the world.
Zion Williamson impressed in Australia against an NBL team. And last night, the San Antonio Spurs faced the Loong Lions, a team from the Chinese Basketball League.
For longtime NBA fans, there was a familiar face on the opposing side – Victor Oladipo. The former All-Star is currently playing in China. But with his performance, he reminded fans why he belongs back in the NBA.
Photo by Manuel Velasquez/Getty ImagesNBA fans want Victor Oladipo back in the league after 20-point outing against San Antonio Spurs
Victor Oladipo put up strong numbers against the San Antonio Spurs. He dropped 20 points, 5 rebounds, 3 assists, 5 steals, and 1 block.
NBA fans were thoroughly impressed with Oladipo’s outing, as one fan wrote, “I miss my demon. Glad to see him still hooping.”
NBA Central, one of the biggest NBA fan accounts, shared his stats and simply said, “League Him!”
Another NBA fan marveled at Oladipo’s athleticism, noting, “It’s actually insane how he’s still effective after all those knee injuries.”
One fan posed the question on everyone’s mind, asking, “You telling me he can’t play for an NBA team?!”
Another fan urged the LA Lakers to sign him, saying, “Rob Pelinka, you have a golden ticket before you allow the Houston Rockets to become the front-runners for a title. Go get that man!”
However, one fan reminded everyone why Oladipo isn’t on an NBA roster, writing, “Unfortunately, he couldn’t stay on the floor and now has the reputation from it.”
Victor Oladipo must prove his durability for any chance at a return
What once seemed like a promising career ahead was derailed because of Victor Oladipo’s injury issues.
And no matter how hard he tried over the years, he hasn’t been able to overcome these issues. And it ultimately led him to exit the NBA.
However, if tonight is anything to go by, there is still a great player in Victor Oladipo. All he has to do now is show that he can stay healthy.
If Oladipo can have a consistent run of form in the CBL, expect NBA teams to notice and reach out to land him.
The Cavaliers were mentioned as a landing spot for Oladipo some time ago. But there is no saying where or even if Oladipo will return to the NBA.