Cole Swider Heads to Anadolu Efes…
Bronny James may have stolen the spotlight at the Lakers Summer League, but Cole Swider was the team’s secret weapon in sneakers. Despite not being drafted, Swider dazzled fans with his talent, averaging an impressive 17.6 points per game while shooting like a sharpshooter at a carnival aiming for the biggest plush bear. Not just a one-trick pony, Swider also snagged 7 rebounds, added 1.6 assists, and swiped 1.2 steals per game. However, with training camp on the horizon, he’s packing his bags for Turkey faster than a basketball takes to reach the net from one of his three-pointers.
Swider, who’s been bouncing around like a basketball caught in a tornado since 2022, is ready for a fresh start with Turkish club Anadolu Efes. Even with his jaw-dropping average of 20.7 points in the G League, it seems the NBA just isn’t biting, so he’s off to play where his wallet will be thicker than his socks. While details of an NBA return clause remain foggy, it’s clear this international adventure is the right call for now. With an eye on the future, don’t be surprised if he rebounds back to the NBA, possibly shooting baskets with more flair than a magician pulls rabbits from a hat.
