Former Minnesota Golden Gophers guard Cam Christie returned to Minneapolis this week to work out earlier than the beginning of his rookie marketing campaign with the Los Angeles Clippers.
Christie, the youthful brother of Los Angeles Lakers level guard Max Christie, was chosen forty sixth total within the NBA draft after averaging 11.3 factors, 3.6 rebounds and a pair of.2 assists on 39.1 p.c three-point capturing in 33 video games final season. He was named to the Huge Ten All-Freshman Crew.
The 19-year-old scored double-digits 21 occasions, together with a season-high 23 factors and 4 rebounds on Feb. 28 in a loss to Illinois. He completed the season ranked second on the group and ninth within the convention in three-point discipline objectives made (70).
Christie made his debut with the Clippers within the NBA Summer season League, averaging 11.4 factors, 2.4 rebounds, 1.4 assists and one steal on 40.5 p.c three-point capturing in 5 video games. He had his finest recreation on July 21 with 22 factors and three rebounds in a loss to the Memphis Grizzlies.
The 6-foot-6 ahead with a 6-foot-8 wingspan is extremely regarded for his capacity to attain in any respect ranges and his versatility on protection. Whereas his actual function on the group is unclear, Christie additionally plans to deliver some ground area with him to the subsequent stage.
Christie signed a four-year, $7.9 million contract with the Clippers on July 5. He was signed by way of the second-round decide exception, which features a group choice within the ultimate 12 months.
