The Los Angeles Clippers reportedly hosted Nepalese sharpshooter and former national team guard Bijay Burja for a free-agent workout.
The Los Angeles Clippers reportedly invited Bijay Burja, a sharpshooter from the Nepal Himalayan Basketball League, for a free-agent workout last month, according to Nepalese journalist Binod Pandey on the HamroKhelkud podcast, a leading sports platform in Nepal.
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However, such workout invitations are often exploratory and don't guarantee any roster spot.
Burja is a 5'11" (180 cm) point guard known for his scoring ability and pass-first mentality.
He boasts a smooth, quick-release shooting stroke reminiscent of Klay Thompson, making him a consistent threat from beyond the arc.
A former Nepalese national team and 3x3 player, the 32-year-old Burja has drawn attention from the LA Clippers' international scouting department.
Longtime scout Fabrizio Besnati—known for uncovering talent in far-flung places like Mongolia—has a reputation for leaving no stone unturned in the global search for prospects.
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