The true reason why Hachimura isn't representing Japan at the FIBA World Cup is revealed

One of the top priorities of the Lakers this offseason was to re-sign Rui Hachimura, as he was one of the best players on the team in the last playoffs, including a spectacular series vs. the Memphis Grizzlies.

Hachimura was re-signed very fast by the Lakers with a three-year and 51 million deal, but he surprised the fans by not going with the Japan National Basketball team to play the FIBA World Cup.

Rui said he wanted to focus on his next team after hitting free agency, but now has re-signed with LA, and since then, he has been seen putting up the work with assistant coach Phil Handy.

The reason why Hachimura is working out instead of playing with Japan at the FIBA World Cup is that the forward wants to improve his jumping shots and his set of skills to become an overall better player.

Rui Hachimura and Lakers' ultimate goal

The ultimate goal for Hachimura and the Lakers is to win the next NBA championship title. Rui impressed the fans with his game in the last postseason, but the work he is putting up is making fans salivate about what he will bring for the next campaign.