Steve Kerr Calls Jalen Brunson ‘A Natural Leader’

Steve Kerr pointed Jalen Brunson out because the “chief” of Group USA following a scrimmage on Saturday.

“I feel Jalen is such a pure chief. As a result of he is some extent guard, he instantly involves thoughts.

“He is the one who’s main the ‘1, 2, 3 USA’ chant. Some guys simply, it simply comes naturally to them,” stated Kerr.

Brunson began for Group USA throughout a Saturday scrimmage alongside Anthony Edwards, Jaren Jackson Jr., Mikal Bridges, and Brandon Ingram. 

Kerr added that he is nonetheless tinkering with the beginning lineup. 

“Nothing’s set by any means. We’re studying as we go … there will be quite a lot of actually attention-grabbing doable combos simply due to the ability [on the roster].”