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Gillespie's Career Night Fuels Victory
2 Dec
Summary
- Gillespie set new career highs with 28 points and eight three-pointers.
- He contributed significantly with four rebounds and five assists.
- His performance was crucial with an injury to a key teammate.
Gillespie achieved a career milestone on Monday, pouring in 28 points against the Lakers in a resounding 125-108 victory. This impressive offensive output included a personal-best eight successful three-pointers, marking a significant step in his third professional season. He also added valuable contributions with four rebounds and five assists.
His career night occurred while stepping into a starting position, a role he has navigated due to ongoing team injuries. This performance demonstrates Gillespie's readiness to contribute at a high level, especially when opportunities arise. His ability to score prolifically was particularly impactful.
With a key teammate, Devin Booker, exiting the game early and not returning, Gillespie's clutch performance becomes even more critical. He has proven he can produce when called upon, solidifying his value to the team and hinting at potential future increased responsibility.
