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News.com.au
6 days ago
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Froling Eyes Remarkable NBL Comeback After Dodging Death
Reigning NBL champion the Illawarra Hawks are eyeing an inspirational Harry Froling comeback after the big man suffered a horrific one-punch attack
USA Today
11-05-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
2025 G League Elite Camp: Top scrimmage performers from Day 1 in Chicago
2025 G League Elite Camp: Top scrimmage performers from Day 1 in Chicago Indiana sophomore forward Mackenzie Mgbako headlined the top scrimmage performers on the first day of the 2025 NBA G League Elite Camp in Chicago, Illinois. The annual scouting event features 5-on-5 games, strength and agility testing, shooting drills, measurements and other on-court exercises. The players compete to showcase their overall skill sets and ability in front of team executives, scouts and coaches at the Wintrust Arena. The players invited were split into four teams for the scrimmage games, with each group hitting the court for the first time on Saturday. A select number of the top standouts will be invited to the draft combine, set to follow the G League Elite Camp this week. Rookie Wire looked at five prospects with notable performances in the Windy City. The group will have another opportunity to raise their draft stock in scrimmages on Sunday. Mackenzie Mgbako, Indiana Suiting up in the second scrimmage, Mgbako produced a game-high 19 points, four rebounds, two steals and one assist in 16 minutes off the bench. He went 6-of-11 from the field, including 3-of-5 from 3-point range, and was a game-high plus-28. The 6-foot-8 standout looked to score with ease throughout his time on the court after turning in an efficient outing in the 101-63 victory. He made plays on both sides of the ball, illustrating his potential to become a two-way player at the next level. Ryan Nembhard, Gonzaga Nembhard finished with six points, nine assists and one steal to help his team to a 101-63 victory in the second game on Saturday. He was 3-of-7 from the field and committed only one turnover in 19 minutes of action, finishing a plus-22 on the court. The 6-foot guard dazzled with his passing and playmaking for his teammates, while also flashing his shot. He isn't currently projected to be drafted, but he helped his case to earn an invitation to the combine with a strong all-around performance on Saturday. Yanic Konan Niederhauser, Penn State Niederhauser opened the scrimmage portion of the weekend with a team-high 17 points, four rebounds and two blocked shots in 22 minutes of work. He shot 8-of-11 from the field and was a plus-five on the court, leading his team in an 89-85 loss. The 7-footer impressed early in the event and flashed his offensive skill set, throwing down several dunks to begin the game. He has elite athleticism at his size and can move well on offense, traits that were on full display this past season at Penn State. Lachlan Olbrich, Illawarra Hawks (NBL) Olbrich recorded 15 points, seven rebounds, one assist and one steal in the second scrimmage of the day. He finished by shooting an efficient 7-of-9 from the field and was a plus-16 in 21 minutes off the bench in the 101-63 victory. The 6-foot-11 Australian flashed his ability to score in the paint, with his array of moves and hook shots. He can also handle the ball in transition well at his size and showed promise by guarding multiple positions during his run on Saturday. Norchad Omier, Baylor Omier registered the lone double-double of the day, recording 13 points, 15 rebounds, three steals and one assist. He shot 4-of-6 from the field and 5-of-6 from the free-throw line, finishing a plus-12 in 16 minutes off the bench in a 89-85 victory. The Nicaraguan forward made a strong impact on both ends of the court, especially on the glass after hauling in eight offensive boards alone. He emerged as one of the most productive players on the day, making a strong case to be invited to the combine.
