While New York led 28-11 after the first quarter, Brooklyn rode a 28-15 second quarter to get back into this game. The Nets officially overcame that 21-point second-quarter deficit with a 35-23 fourth quarter, closing the game on a 9-2 run. The Knicks outshot the Nets in field-goal percentage, 3-point percentage and free-throw percentage while out-rebounding and out-assisting them. The Nets won the turnover battle, 20-14, while outscoring the Knicks in points off turnovers, 24-17. They also outscored New York in second-chance points, 21-11.B
The Nets (2-0) were led by Jalen Wilson, who scored 15 of his 27 points in the fourth quarter. Jacob Gilyard tallied 13 points, three assists and seven steals. Noah Clowney collected 12 points, four rebounds and two assists, while Tyrese Martin led the bench with 16 points and five boards.
The Knicks (0-2) were led by Duane Washington Jr., who collected 21 points and three rebounds. Dmytro Skapintsev led the bench with 19 points, nine rebounds, two assists and three steals. Pacome Dadiet amassed 11 points, eight rebounds and two assists.
On deck for New York is a matchup with the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday. As for the Nets, they play the Orlando Magic on Thursday.
A second-round pick in the 2023 draft, Wilson appeared in 43 games as a rookie and averaged 5.0 points in 15.5 minutes of action. The Kansas product’s performance in Las Vegas indicates that he’s ready for a larger role in his sophomore campaign.
The Nets are in the midst of a rebuild and have a major hole to fill after dealing away star swingman Mikal Bridges to the New York Knicks this offseason. Wilson showed that he can be an efficient scorer, so he should have the chance to emerge as a key contributor in Brooklyn’s revamped frontcourt that includes newly acquired forward Ziaire Williams.
Wilson isn’t putting too much pressure on himself entering his second year, as he told reporters earlier this month that he expects to be more comfortable now that he knows what to expect in the NBA:
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While New York led 28-11 after the first quarter, Brooklyn rode a 28-15 second quarter to get back into this game. The Nets officially overcame that 21-point second-quarter deficit with a 35-23 fourth quarter, closing the game on a 9-2 run. The Knicks outshot the Nets in field-goal percentage, 3-point percentage and free-throw percentage while out-rebounding and out-assisting them. The Nets won the turnover battle, 20-14, while outscoring the Knicks in points off turnovers, 24-17. They also outscored New York in second-chance points, 21-11.
The Nets (2-0) were led by Jalen Wilson, who scored 15 of his 27 points in the fourth quarter. Jacob Gilyard tallied 13 points, three assists and seven steals. Noah Clowney collected 12 points, four rebounds and two assists, while Tyrese Martin led the bench with 16 points and five boards.
The Knicks (0-2) were led by Duane Washington Jr., who collected 21 points and three rebounds. Dmytro Skapintsev led the bench with 19 points, nine rebounds, two assists and three steals. Pacome Dadiet amassed 11 points, eight rebounds and two assists.
On deck for New York is a matchup with the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday. As for the Nets, they plfclay the Orlando Magic on Thursday.
A 6-foot-3, 180-pound guard from Marion (IN), Blackmon started his collegiate career at Grand Canyon before heading to Stetson in 2022, where he’s been for the last two years.
This past season, Blackmon averaged 21.3 points on 42.8% shooting from the field and 38.1% from 3-point range with 2.9 rebounds and 1.9 assists per game. Per KenPom, he primarily played at the 2 and occasionally at the 3 with Stetson.
Jalen’s brother, James Blackmon Jr., played at Indiana from 2014-17, so you have to think they’ll be a major player.
Kentucky needs to add at least one veteran guard from the portal to help offset the loss of Antonio Reeves, and Blackmon is one of the best out there right now.
The WNBA legend revealed that consistent participation in these camps and previous events is crucial to be considered by the committee. “I participated in almost everything since I was in grade 11. I was on the youth national team and was always available for Team USA.”
Leslie stressed that this dedication and attendance are key factors that the committee considers when selecting players.
According to Lisa, Caitlin Clark did not participate in all of these previous activities, which may have affected her selection. “Even though she’s had great success, Caitlin didn’t necessarily participate in all of those things that other Olympic athletes have participated in,” Leslie explained. “The committee follows a certain set of rules and standards.”
Leslie also mentioned that while there have been exceptions in the past, such as the selection of Rebecca Lobo straight out of college in 1996, the committee opted to follow its traditional process this time around. “They could have chosen Caitlin, but they chose not to. It’s a rigorous process and the committee has its reasons.”
Leslie’s conversation has shed light on the rigorousness of the selection process and the reasons behind Caitlin Clark’s absence from the Olympics.