"Well, Jamal Shead is a great singer. He's the one leading Happy Birthday songs always and always brings a different interpretation. He's outspoken. He is a great leader because he leads by example and also he's not afraid to share what he sees with his teammates and everything that he does, it comes from a place of love and care. So all the players on the team, they recognize that and he's been great voice for us."
"What does it say about Jamal Shead that he's not even in the second year of his NBA career and he's taking on sort of a leadership role and and inviting people down to Austin [Texas] to train together?"
"I think what really elevates Shead within the Raptors' pecking order is that, even though he's only entering his second year in the NBA, he brings a wealth of experience from trying to play at the highest level."
Jamal Shead is a sophomore guard emerging as a vocal leader and the likely lead bench guard for Toronto next season. He leads by example, is outspoken, and openly shares observations with teammates while demonstrating care and commitment. Shead invites teammates to Austin to train, brings them to his home, and introduces them to his family as part of team-building. His attention to detail, professionalism, and consistent focus on fundamentals date back to college. Those qualities, together with experience attempting to play at the highest level, create the appearance of a more seasoned player poised for expanded responsibilities.
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