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The Los Angeles Lakers, missing their top scorers including LeBron James, Luka Doncic, and Austin Reaves, defeated the Portland Trail Blazers 123-115 with significant contributions from Deandre Ayton, Rui Hachimura, and a surprising 25-point game from reserve Nick Smith Jr., showcasing the team's depth and resilience.
Despite multiple injuries to key Lakers players, the team secured a memorable 123-115 victory over the Blazers, highlighted by Nick Smith Jr.'s explosive second-half performance and strong contributions from Rui Hachimura, Deandre Ayton, and Bronny James, showcasing resilience and team depth.
Nick Smith Jr. led the Lakers to their fourth consecutive win with 25 points and six assists, despite battling an upset stomach, as key players Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves sat out due to injuries. The team, shorthanded but motivated, showcased resilience and strong team effort to secure the victory over the Portland Trail Blazers.
The Portland Trail Blazers defeated the Charlotte Hornets 97-93 in a Summer League matchup, with Shaedon Sharpe leading the Blazers with 26 points. The game saw a close battle between Sharpe and Nick Smith Jr., with the two guards combining for 33 points in the fourth quarter. Despite struggling earlier in the game, Sharpe stepped up in the final period, shooting 5-6 from the field to secure the win. The Hornets were led by Smith Jr.'s 33 points, while Brandon Miller had a strong showing with 26 points.
The Portland Trail Blazers secured a 97-93 victory over the Charlotte Hornets in their second summer league game, with Shaedon Sharpe leading the way with 26 points. Rookie forward Kris Murray also impressed with 19 points and seven rebounds. Despite a strong performance from Hornets' guard Nick Smith Jr., who scored 33 points, the Blazers held on for the win. The Blazers now have a 2-1 record in the summer league, while the Hornets remain winless at 0-3.
Arkansas freshman guard Nick Smith Jr. has declared for the 2023 NBA Draft, widely projecting as a soon-to-be lottery pick. Smith was the top-ranked incoming freshman in the country and the highest-rated signee to set foot on Arkansas' campus in the modern rankings era. Despite a troublesome right knee that kept him on the sidelines for more than half the season, Smith averaged 12.5 points, 1.7 assists, and 1.6 rebounds per game on 37.6 percent shooting from the field and a 33.3 percent clip from three-point range.
UConn head coach Dan Hurley and players discussed their upcoming Sweet Sixteen matchup against Arkansas in the NCAA Tournament. They talked about the rebounding matchup, the threat of Arkansas guard Nick Smith Jr., and the difference in how each team uses the transfer portal. Hurley also praised Arkansas' size and athleticism, while UConn players emphasized their focus on toughness and rebounding.