The keys to Davis Bertans' landing with the Golden State Warriors

Davis Bertans, known as the "Latvian Laser," has been invited to train with the Golden State Warriors as the team decides whether to offer him a spot in the training camp, as reported by journalist Marc Stein. This invitation is a preliminary step to determine if the Latvian sharpshooter, who is seeking a new team after his recent stint with the Charlotte Hornets, could fit into the Warriors' roster.

Bertans' agent, Arturs Kalnitis, confirmed via Instagram that his client is preparing "for the upcoming season with the Warriors," suggesting that both parties see this opportunity as a potential first step to joining the Golden State squad. He was linked to Real Madrid, but that is now in the past, and it appears he will continue in the NBA.

Aged 31, Bertans was traded last season from Oklahoma City Thunder to the Charlotte Hornets, where he played a total of 43 games, averaging 6.7 points, 1.4 rebounds, and 0.8 assists in 15.7 minutes per game. His shooting percentages included 39.3% from the field, 38.0% from three-point range, and an impressive 90.9% from the free-throw line. Throughout his career, Bertans has maintained a solid 39.6% from three-point range, making him a valuable asset as a shooter in both standstill and moving situations, creating space on the court for the Warriors’ second unit, despite his defensive limitations.

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Despite these credentials, Bertans has not yet received a formal invitation to Golden State's training camp. According to Dalton Johnson of NBC Sports Bay Area, the current invitation is limited to training only, raising the possibility that Bertans may not secure a roster spot for the upcoming season. This situation is reminiscent of veteran Rudy Gay, who last year earned an invitation to the Warriors' camp after similar auditions.

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