Silent but effective. For his first season in Pro B, Flo Thamba, as discreet off the field as he is effective on it, shows an interesting capacity for adaptation.
First recruited for his intrinsic qualities as a rebounder and tough player, the native of Kinshasa (Democratic Republic of Congo) proves that he can provide a significant offensive contribution (third scorer on the team at 9.2 points at 69.5% success).
“More and more efficient close to the basket”
“He is progressing, states David Morabito. The nice surprise we had was his ability to contribute offensively. We worked well with him on his ball touch. He is increasingly effective close to the basket, which makes him a complementary player to Jacques who has other qualities. Today, he is finding a good balance between his toughness, his rebounding quality and his offensive game. »
Arriving late at the end of August, the pivot of 2.08 m has since taken automatisms with its partners: “The relationship with others was still there but it has more to do with the game systems, explains the person concerned. At the start of the season, we scored a lot with three-pointers but since then we have looked for other ways by finding baskets inside. »
In a league that “hit hard, physical », the interior has found its marks – “it’s part of my style of play. I like it, it doesn’t bother me” –, even if he still has to deal with his mistakes.
In the absence of Thomas Hieu-Courtois, Flo Thamba should logically have more playing time in the next three matches: “We’ll see, it will be David’s choice. It doesn’t matter, I give it my all. I’m always ready. »
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