Episode 5: Georges Niang | “Make sure your bag has two suits”

The Long Shot with Duncan Robinson and Davis Reid

Georges Niang had all the accolades in high school, and racked up plenty more at Iowa State. He was a 2x All-American and a dominant force for the Cyclones who proved time and time again that he was a big-time player. Yet, when the NBA draft arrived, he lasted until #50 and many doubted he could contribute at the next level. While getting drafted in the NBA is an incredible accomplishment in itself, Georges quickly realized he had to make changes to his game to become a mainstay in the league. And did he ever. In this honest and humble interview, he sits down with Duncan and Davis and details the journey he took from a decorated college player, to the G-League, to the NBA bench, and now ultimately a key role on the court with the Jazz. Plus, he keeps it real on what he thought of Duncan's NBA chances when they were growing up in the same area. Did we say he was honest? Maybe we should change that to brutally honest.

RUNDOWN

• Duncan and Georges reminisce about growing up in the same neighborhood
• How has the constant lack of notoriety shaped his habits and ultimately his career
• Did Georges ever think Duncan had a shot at the NBA
• Breaks down the process of changing his game coming out of college to adapt to the NBA style
• Discusses the feeling of having a low draft stock even after having great success at the college level
• Was changing his game a matter of self awareness or Jazz brass saying he had to - or both
• How did his G-League Experience help and prepare him for the role that he has now with the Jazz
• How does he fully develop a complete arsenal when he knows there are certain aspects of his game that are getting him on the floor
• What difference has he noticed about the Jazz this year as compared to last and what or who have been the difference makers
• How hard is it to manage feelings when playing against close friends in the league.
• What moments stand out in his career as 'life' game changers
• The UNDRAFTED segment

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