Nets Rookie Getting Tested by Fernandez's Tough Love

19-year-old French guard drafted 19th overall in 2025

Traore impressed in G League: 13 points, 6 assists per game

Coach Fernandez doesn't coddle rookies—he demands excellence

Same approach worked with Egor Dëmin: drafted 2nd, now thriving

Dëmin bounced back with 20 points after being challenged

With Drake Powell injured, minutes are now available for Traore

Will the rookie respond to pressure like Dëmin? Nets fans watching.

Next games will reveal if Traore can handle NBA demands.