Risacher, who doesn’t flip 20 till April 8, tied Rockets guard Jalen Inexperienced (4) for third in NBA historical past amongst youngsters with essentially the most video games with 20 or extra factors scored and five-plus 3-pointers made, in accordance with Stat Mamba. Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (8) and Grizzlies ahead GG Jackson (5) are the others. “He should be, in my eyes, and I’m not saying it because I’m biased, but I think (he) should be Rookie of the Year,” Young said. “What he’s been doing this 12 months, he’s been thrown into the fireplace as a starter. You place him up towards a number of the guys within the operating. I feel his numbers converse for himself, too. -via Atlanta Journal-Constitution / March 19, 2025
