Australian Duop Reath has made the large time, reportedly signing his first NBA contract with the Portland Path Blazers after a powerful World Cup efficiency.
The 27-year-old centre went undrafted in 2018 earlier than embarking on a globetrotting profession, taking part in in Serbia and China – the place final season he averaged 18.2 factors, together with 7.8 rebounds, 1.2 steals, and a couple of.0 blocks for the Qingdao Eagles.
He landed a spot on the Path Blazers’ Summer season League squad, the place he averaged 13.0 factors and seven.4 rebounds in 5 video games.
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Then he impressed for the Boomers on the World Cup regardless of considerably restricted minutes, selecting up 43 factors, 12 rebounds, and three assists throughout 5 video games.
His spotlight was a 16-point effort within the opening win over Georgia, whereas he two or extra blocks in three of the 5 video games.
Reath additionally confirmed his effectivity with an 81% field-goal capturing share and went 75% on 3-point capturing.
ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski reported the contract can be a one-year deal.
However given Portland’s lack of depth at centre behind Jusuf Nurkic, it represents a perfect touchdown spot for the Australian as he seeks to interrupt into the world’s premier league.
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