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Newcomers from Houston Wallets, John Wall and DeMarcus Cousins, stepped onto the floor.
Wallas, who had not played for almost two years due to two serious injuries, was recently replaced by the Rockets team, who wore his jersey for the first time.
The defender scored 13 points, bounced 5 balls and distributed 9 assists, and the missiles defeated the Chicago Bulls 125: 104.
“It was great to be back in the NBA today. Point. He only knew that he was back. I know how much work I have worked in the last two years. It’s an unreal moment for me, even though it’s just a preseason, “ESPN quotes Wall as saying.
AFP / “Scanpix” nuotr./Johnas Wallas
Cousins broke his cross-link in the summer of 2019 and recently joined a “missile” after signing a minimum veteran contract. He scored 14 points in his first game, bounced 5 and took 2 balls and blocked 2 shots.
“Man, it feels great. During the game, I even had college memories when I saw episodes of John Wall. Sometimes today I just waited and wondered what else he would get out of his sleeve. It is an amazing feeling. “I’m glad I can share the minutes with this guy I consider my brother,” Cousins said.
DeMarcusas Cousinsas
The Houston team strategist was also pleased with the play of the newcomers, who returned after extremely serious injuries.
“These guys are going to have to go step by step,” Stephen Silas said. “We really didn’t know what to expect when they walked in the door, they both came back after injuries. They both looked great today. I hope we can take advantage of that, go day by day. “
The Detroit Pistons fell 84:90 to the New York Knicks, but both Lithuanians did not play.
It is reported that David Sirvydis was trapped in the COVID-19 protocol, Ignas Brazdeikis was left on the bench by decision of the coach.
Twitter nuotr./Deividas Sirvydis
In the next game, the Lakers defeated the Clippers 87:81 (25:22, 18:24, 16:15, 28:20).
In the ranks of the winners, Talen Horton-Tucker was the most productive, scoring 19 points, bouncing another 9 balls.
Kyle Kuzma added 18 points, Montrezl Harrell scored a double-double: 13 points and 12 rebounds.
The Clippers team used a much wider rotation, with just Paul George scoring 10 points.
In total, the Clippers used up to 18 players, while the Lakers only used 9.
Other results:
“Atlanta Hawks” – “Orlando Magic” 112: 116
“Portland Trail Blazers” – “Sacramento Kings” 127: 102
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