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  • East Notes: Sixers, VJ Edgecombe, Nets, Danny Wolf, Hornets

    East Notes: Sixers, VJ Edgecombe, Nets, Danny Wolf, Hornets

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    76ers

    Veteran guard Eric Gordon is entering his 18th NBA season with a new role in mind. Specifically, Gordon told Keith Pompey of The Philadelphia Inquirer that he plans to mentor rookie lottery pick VJ Edgecombe, having already built a relationship with him through their time together on the Bahamas national team.

    “At my age, in my phase of my career, you have to mentor,” Gordon said. “That’s without a doubt. I’ve been around VJ the most. I’ve known him for quite a while. Of course, I will be looking forward to not just helping him, but also all the young guys. …

    “But when I’m in the game, I’m going to have to do my part: Knock down shots, spread the floor, let guys operate the length [of the court] on their own.”

     

    Nets

    First-round pick Danny Wolf has wasted no time showing off his passing chops. In Brooklyn’s preseason opener, the 7-footer dished out five assists in 15 minutes, as relayed by Bridget Reilly of the New York Post.

    “When the coaches trust me with the ball in my hands, it’s up to me to make a play,” Wolf said. “A few times I got a little too sped up and made an errant pass, but when coach Jordi [Fernandez] draws something up and it breaks off, it’s up to you to make a play, and I tried doing that to the best of my ability.”

    Wolf averaged 4.2 assists last season at Michigan — the second-best mark ever by a college player listed at 7-feet or taller. His passing is expected to be a key wrinkle in Brooklyn’s second unit offense.

    Hornets

    Charlotte has waived DJ Rodman, the team announced.

    Rodman, son of Hall of Famer Dennis Rodman, joined the camp roster last week after previously signing and being waived in September.

    The 6-foot-6 wing has spent the past year in the G League, splitting time between Capital City and Maine, where he averaged 6.8 points and 5.7 rebounds in 25 games.

    Rodman played five collegiate seasons at Washington State and USC. If he goes unclaimed, he’s expected to join the Hornets’ G League affiliate in Greensboro, where he’ll be eligible for a bonus of up to $85,300 if he stays for 60 days.

  • Every NBA Affiliate Takes Part In G League Draft For First Time; Matt Ryan Goes No. 1

    Every NBA Affiliate Takes Part In G League Draft For First Time; Matt Ryan Goes No. 1

    The 2024 G League Draft brought a new twist to the NBA pipeline, as every team had its affiliate involved in the selection process for the first time.Matt Ryan, Pelicans, NBA, G League, Knicks

    Westchester snagged the top two picks, taking Matt Ryan and Landry Shamet, two players who could very well see time with the Knicks at some point this season.

    Ryan is a 6-foot-7 sharpshooter and has already drawn NBA interest with his impressive 41.1% on 3-pointers over 63 games with the Celtics, Lakers, Timberwolves, and Pelicans.

    While drafting Ryan gives the Knicks’ affiliate his G League rights, it doesn’t block any other team from signing him. But the Knicks get a unique advantage here — as they will get an extended look, perhaps teeing him up for a two-way deal or more.

    As for Shamet, he’s no stranger to NBA minutes himself with 348 games under his belt. The Knicks’ decision to draft him gives them a rehab period to monitor firsthand as he works his way back from a shoulder injury. If Shamet can stay healthy, he could be in the mix for an NBA return later this season.

    Then there’s Chandler Hutchison, who came out of retirement for this opportunity. The 2018 first-round pick went fifth overall, technically to the Long Island Nets. But soon after, the Lakers’ affiliate, South Bay, reportedly worked out a deal to bring Hutchison their way. With his blend of length and athleticism, Hutchison offers some upside and versatility if he can get back to form.

    But this draft wasn’t just about the usual suspects. We also saw some family ties that fans will recognize.

    DJ Rodman, son of Hall of Famer Dennis Rodman, went to the Wizards’ Capital City Go-Go, while Scottie Pippen’s nephew, Kavion Pippen, was taken by the Maine Celtics. 

    G League training camps open Monday. Teams will fill out their rosters with two-way players, affiliate players, returning rights players, tryout players, and players who are assigned by their NBA parent clubs. 

    Full results are available on the G League website or directly below:

    FIRST ROUND

    1. Westchester Knicks (Knicks): Matt Ryan
    2. Westchester Knicks (Knicks): Landry Shamet
    3. Cleveland Charge (Cavaliers): Sean East II
    4. Rip City Remix (Trail Blazers): Thierry Darlan
    5. Long Island Nets (Nets): Chandler Hutchison
    6. Sioux Falls Skyforce (Heat): Christian Brown
    7. Texas Legends (Mavericks): Tyson Walker
    8. Greensboro Swarm (Hornets): Malik Hall
    9. Maine Celtics (Celtics): Eric Gaines
    10. Salt Lake City Stars (Jazz): Tae Williams
    11. Santa Cruz Warriors (Warriors): Seth Maxwell (Indiana Wesleyan)
    12. Motor City Cruise (Pistons): Cam Martin
    13. Austin Spurs (Spurs): Ibrahima Diallo
    14. Rio Grande Valley Vipers (Rockets): Justin Moore
    15. Raptors 905 (Raptors): Tylor Perry
    16. Indiana Mad Ants (Pacers): Kevin Cross
    17. Sioux Falls Skyforce (Heat): Paul Mulcahy
    18. Sioux Falls Skyforce (Heat): Brandon Childress
    19. Valley Suns (Suns): Nate Roberts
    20. Santa Cruz Warriors (Warriors): Tommy Rutherford
    21. Maine Celtics (Celtics): London Johnson
    22. Cleveland Charge (Cavaliers): Trae Hannibal
    23. South Bay Lakers (Lakers): Marlain Veal
    24. Texas Legends (Mavericks): Bryce Griggs (Overtime Elite)
    25. Salt Lake City Stars (Jazz): Jaylan Gainey
    26. Oklahoma City Blue (Thunder): Justyn Hamilton
    27. San Diego Clippers (Clippers): Garrett Denbow (Anderson University)
    28. Austin Spurs (Spurs): Steven Richardson (Montana State-Billings)
    29. Mexico City Capitanes (N/A): Lewis Duarte (Overtime Elite)
    30. Sioux Falls Skyforce (Heat): No pick
    31. San Diego Clippers (Clippers): Emmanuel Bandoumel

    SECOND ROUND

    1. Iowa Wolves (Timberwolves): Sy Chatman
    2. Austin Spurs (Spurs): Xavier Johnson
    3. Delaware Blue Coats (Sixers): Vonterius Woolbright
    4. Texas Legends (Mavericks): Keyon Menifield
    5. College Park Skyhawks (Hawks): Terrell Burden
    6. Memphis Hustle (Grizzlies): Kamani Johnson
    7. Wisconsin Herd (Bucks): Jamal Bieniemy
    8. Austin Spurs (Spurs): Charles Pride
    9. Texas Legends (Mavericks): Bobby Planutis
    10. Birmingham Squadron (Pelicans): E.J. Montgomery
    11. Delaware Blue Coats (Sixers): No pick
    12. Capital City Go-Go (Wizards): DJ Rodman
    13. Salt Lake City Stars (Jazz): Dee Barnes
    14. Santa Cruz Warriors (Warriors): Devine Eke
    15. Rip City Remix (Trail Blazers): Sterling Manley
    16. Austin Spurs (Spurs): No pick
    17. Rip City Remix (Trail Blazers): Olisa Akonobi
    18. Salt Lake City Stars (Jazz): Jericole Hellems
    19. Valley Suns (Suns): Olin Carter III
    20. Osceola Magic (Magic): Cameron Parker
    21. Long Island Nets (Nets): No pick
    22. Rio Grande Valley Vipers (Rockets): Allonzo Trier
    23. Maine Celtics (Celtics): Kavion Pippen
    24. Grand Rapids Gold (Nuggets): William Kondrat (D’Youville University)
    25. Capital City Go-Go (Wizards): Jayden Hardaway
    26. Oklahoma City Blue (Thunder): Tray Jackson
    27. Indiana Mad Ants (Pacers): Ishmael Lane
    28. Delaware Blue Coats (Sixers): No pick
    29. Sioux Falls Skyforce (Heat): No pick
    30. Sioux Falls Skyforce (Heat): No pick
    31. San Diego Clippers (Clippers): Mike Scott