Carlisle commended Turner for strengthening his body so he could play 94 of 99 possible games this year, the most he’s ever suited up for in his career, after playing a career-low 42 games in 2021-22 because of a stress reaction in his left foot. Carlisle also praised Turner’s skill set and character, with backup point guard T.J. McConnell adding that the latter trait doubles as a north star for a team on the rise. “He’s been through trade rumors. He’s been through rebuilds. He’s been through it all,” said McConnell, who’s been teammates with Turner for the past five seasons. “But the professionalism he’s shown throughout (the hardships), there aren’t many like him on and off the court. … To have a guy like that here, among the other guys, and showing the young guys the way, it’s unbelievable.”
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