Caleb Wilson scores 35 in Las Vegas debut
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LAS VEGAS — Caleb Wilson scored 35 points in his Las Vegas Summer League debut Friday, marking the highest-scoring Summer League debut since at least 2004. The Chicago Bulls' No. 4 pick shot 7-of-11 from three, added rebounds, blocks and steals, and played 33 minutes in a 97-96 game against the Grizzlies.
LAS VEGAS — The performance drew attention from team evaluators and fans this week; Wilson said he has worked hard on his shooting. Cameron Boozer scored 23 points on 7-of-12 shooting in the same game, while the Bulls committed six turnovers and lost 97-96, prompting further preseason assessment of roster roles.
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Timeline
- 1. Last month — Caleb Wilson was selected No. 4 overall in the NBA draft.
- 2. Friday — Wilson made his Las Vegas Summer League debut for the Chicago Bulls.
- 3. Friday — Wilson scored 35 points, shooting 7-of-11 from three, in the game.
- 4. Friday — Cameron Boozer scored 23 points; Bulls committed six turnovers and lost 97-96.
- 5. After game — Reports noted Wilson's supporting stats and the debut's historical significance.
Why it matters
Caleb Wilson's debut performance is a promising sign for the Chicago Bulls. If you're a fan, this could mean exciting games ahead. If you're into sports betting, Wilson is a player to watch.
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