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Keels Sets G League Record in Rookie Campaign
14 Jan
Summary
- Trevor Keels named NBA G League Rookie of the Week.
- He set a G League record with 46 points and 12 made threes.
- Keels is averaging 16.8 points in his rookie season.
Trevor Keels, a former Duke basketball player, has been recognized as the NBA G League Rookie of the Week. This award comes during his inaugural professional season with the Sioux Falls Skyforce, the G League affiliate of the Miami Heat. Keels has shown remarkable offensive ability, particularly from beyond the arc.
During the past week, Keels averaged 29.0 points, shooting an exceptional 72.4 percent from the field and 86.7 percent from three-point range. His standout performance included a 46-point game where he made all 12 of his three-point attempts, setting a new G League record. He is currently averaging 16.8 points per game this season.
Originally drafted by the New York Knicks in 2022, Keels is making a significant impact in the G League. His current success contrasts with his college stats at Duke, where he averaged 11.5 points. The Skyforce are performing well, currently tied for third place in the G League Western Conference standings.
