Duke alumni updates: Boozer and Banchero square off during NBA preseason
Many former Duke Blue Devils took the floor Wednesday night during NBA preseason action.
Debuting for the Timberwolves this preseason, Isaiah Evans only played 7 minutes before being replaced. The Minnesota squad lost their game to Indiana. On the other hand, the Orlando Magic kicked off their preseason game with two familiar Duke faces: Paolo Banchero and Wendell Carter Jr. In a notable performance, Banchero registered 11 points, 5 assists, and 1 rebound over his 15 minutes.
Carter Jr. was equally impressive, hitting 3 three-pointers in his 13 points, 4 rebounds, and 2 assists. The two competitors faced off again during the Magic's game, with Banchero defending Carter Jr. The result was a close game, with Orlando winning by a slim margin. Duke alumnus Cameron Boozer took the court against Orlando, adding his name to the list of former Blue Devils to play in the NBA.
Boozer contributed 16 points, 6 rebounds, and 2 assists in 22 minutes of action. Elsewhere, Jared McCain continued his double-digit scoring streak off the bench for the Thunder, adding 11 points, 2 assists, and 1 rebound to his night. The Phoenix Suns hosted the Chicago Bulls, and both Luke Kennard and Khaman Maluach contributed 8 points and 4 assists each off the bench for Phoenix.
The Suns also saw Luke Kennard take note on the defensive end, pulling down 7 rebounds. Mark Williams (Phoenix) and Tre Jones (Chicago) were absent from the game due to injury. As the preseason continues, Jayson Tatum, the No. 3 overall pick, will make his preseason debut Thursday when the Celtics face the Cavaliers.
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