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aceboon said:
Cam getting first quarter minutes tonight
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Watching it and had that exact thing written, to the word, then I refreshed and you posted.

He’s playing well and especially with Bane and Ja out he’s got a chance to get some meaningful burn.
 
Gurleyman said:
He’s essentially a starter in name only. They put him out there for energy/defense and to try to set a tone to start the game, but then they go with their more experienced, offensive-oriented lineup to close out halves and games so he usually doesn’t get a second stint per half once he comes out.

But the Bucks have gotten much better since they went to him as a starter and the role is probably good for him. He gets those 12-15 minutes that he might not get if he was the 9th or 10th man off the bench.
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This is a interesting read that explains Jackson's value to the Bucks.

theleadsm.com

Andre Jackson Jr. Anchoring Improved Bucks Defense

The Milwaukee Bucks have turned the tables on their season, going 13-4 in their last 17 games. One of the sources of success is sophomore guard Andre Jackson Jr. Jackson’s rookie year was characterized by potential. However, he played an average of 10 minutes a night, which prevented him from...
theleadsm.com theleadsm.com
 
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ToolzieFan said:
Booooo. Hopefully somebody picks him up and gives him a shot.

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Surprising. Averaged 15.9 PPG, 6.6 APG, 5.9 RPG on 40% 3P shooting in 13 games on their G League team (not all roses - shot 39.3% FG and 3.5 turnovers a game)

Seems like he's being replaced by RayJ Dennis, who is averaging 16.4 PPG, 6.7 APG, 3.4 RPG on 46/35 shooting splits (2.7 TO). So better, but marginally

EDIT: just read the full article, "Scott Agness of Fieldhouse Files reported that this move was Newton’s preference.". Will be interesting to see if we ever hear more information about this
 
aceboon said:
They just had the GLeague showcase, maybe he impressed another team or an overseas offer that prompted Newton to ask for his release
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Scott Agness of Fieldhouse Files reported that this move was Newton’s preference. The 23-year old guard has been with the Pacers organization for just over six months. Newton will become a free agent on Friday if he isn’t claimed by another team on waivers.
 
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Palatine said:
Scott Agness of Fieldhouse Files reported that this move was Newton’s preference. The 23-year old guard has been with the Pacers organization for just over six months. Newton will become a free agent on Friday if he isn’t claimed by another team on waivers.
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The Pacers were a bad fit for him with them having three PGs on the roster ahead of him with Haliburton, Nembhard and McConnell. He's played well in the G-League and in limited PT. Hope he finds a good fit.
 
I'm assuming he/his agent have a plan here.
I did think it was odd how during the combine process he opted to not play in the scrimmage as someone who was projected to go late second/undrafted. I know many players would rather go undrafted than be taken late second round because the money isnt guaranteed at that point and going undrafted they at least get to pick where they go.

My suspicion is there's a team thats shown interest in him early in the draft process that would put Tristen in a spot he wants to be in. They had a deal that if he was available late in the draft or went undrafted he would sign with them (which is why he didnt take part in the scrimmage, to not give any other team a reason to blow up that plan). Pacers took him and blew up that plan.

Maybe he didnt see NBA time available with the Pacers and something opened up with the original team he had in mind? My optimistic thoughts. Or maybe he made a completely emotional decision with no plan whatsoever. Guess we will find out.
 
No way this is the end of the line for T-New in the NBA. Look forward to hearing what his next stop is.
 
Not in the league yet, but Field of 68 has McNeeley 10 and AK 27 in their mock:

 
Mr. French said:
Not in the league yet, but Field of 68 has McNeeley 10 and AK 27 in their mock:

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I think Flagg is still the best choice for a #1 pick, but it isn't nearly the runaway it was 3 months ago. I wouldn't be disapointed in either TBH.
 
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