How Wiseman fared in eighth G League assignment game

James Wiseman continues to fill up the stat sheet in the G League. 

The former No. 2 overall pick in the 2020 NBA Draft played a significant role in the Santa Cruz Warriors' 111-100 win over the South Bay Lakers on Friday at Kaiser Permanente Arena.

The 21-year-old played 27 minutes and recorded a double-double with 24 points and 10 rebounds against the Los Angeles Lakers' G League affiliate. 

Wiseman went 9-of-10 from the floor, and nine of his 10 rebounds came on the defensive end. Furthermore, the 7-foot center was a plus-29 when he was on the court for Santa Cruz. 

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Only Ryan Rollins had a higher plus/minus rating at plus-32 to go along with his 22-point, 11-rebound, and 10-assist triple-double. 

Nonetheless, the former University of Memphis star was a presence on the paint, both rebounding the ball and providing power slams. 

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Entering Santa Cruz's game against South Bay, Wiseman averaged 15.6 points and 10.1 rebounds per game. While the Warriors' big man might be able to translate his entire G League offense to the NBA, he must bring energy and attention to minor details. 

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Santa Cruz's next game will be against the Oklahoma City Blue on Sunday at Kaiser Permanente Arena. 

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