I don’t think that’s really fair to Hurley. Akok has been getting torched on defense over and over this year. I know it has been in limited minutes, but his shot blocking timing is completely off and he doesn’t play physically otherwise.Twice he got 3pointers buried in his face because he didn't put a hand up.
He is Hurley"s current front court whipping boy for the quick hook.
Here's my perspective.
He needs to play and play through mistakes and hesitancy.
Unless there is still something medically wrong he won't gain confidence and play with confidence if he gets out on the pine every time he hesitates.
Cripes, every player on the team is being hesitant except Bouk. They all pass up good shots in rhythm.
Akok hit a 3 and showed us a move last week. Where was that?