Overview
- Ben Saraf poured in 40 points on 14-of-26 shooting with 6-of-10 from three in Long Island’s 116-97 win over the Oklahoma City Blue at the G League Showcase.
- Head coach Jordi Fernandez said Saraf “looked like an NBA player” and predicted he “will be a great NBA player,” praising his poise, shooting and decision-making.
- Reporting indicates the Nets recalled Saraf the day after his outburst, and he did not appear in the subsequent win over the 76ers.
- The 19-year-old has posted modest NBA numbers so far at 5.8 points, 1.6 rebounds and 3.3 assists on .362/.250/.769 shooting across 10 appearances.
- In G League minutes he has shown improved perimeter accuracy, hitting 44.4% of threes on higher volume after working on mechanics with shooting coach Dave Love.