The summer was more than beneficial to the Brussels resident, who returned with “five kilos of muscle” more, with a better shot and a freed mind. The line does not change, however. “It will be the same Toumani with the same energy but with more maturity, confidence and experience,” he announced at a virtual press conference on Sunday. “Gaining weight was a precaution, with the goal of getting stronger and tougher. I also had to improve my shooting and my decisions. All aspects of my game improved.”
During the offseason, Camara took advantage of the time he missed last year. “I was able to work on my body and my game. I had a lot of things to deal with last season, with stress linked to it. Now I am calmer and I can concentrate on the important things. “
It is also in the head that the Blazer grew. “I have become more mature, and I have gained experience. I am more liberated, but a lot depends on the trust that the coaches place in me.” On this subject, no promise has been made by Chauncey Billups as to the role that Toumani Camara will occupy in a reinforced squad. “You have to earn trust and prove every day. This work never stops in the NBA, no matter who you are, if you want to stay at the top. My relationship with the coach is good, I was able to gain his trust this summer, but how he will use me is still a question.”
