The competition for the Washington Wizards' starting spot was open when Rui Hachimura came to the NBA team's training camp, but he proved that he's a starter, head coach Scott Brooks said, answering fan questions on Facebook Live on Thursday.
"Rui's had a great year, coming in as a rookie and being consistent. We started the season in training camp and he wasn't the starter," Brooks said.
"It was open, but he performed and he fought for that spot and got the spot for his work and through his play and practice and exhibition. He's had a great year. Hopefully we can resume and he can finish strong."