Luke Paul makes NBL debut for Cairns Taipans
17-year-old Duke commit Luke Paul made his NBL debut. An ankle injury had delayed his professional start by weeks.
Luke Paul, 17, made his NBL debut for Cairns on Saturday. The debut came after weeks of recovery from an ankle injury.
The Duke commit played 11 minutes in his professional opener. Paul scored two points and got two steals.
Cairns defeated Brisbane 97-91, improving the Taipans to 3-3 on the season. Paul said the NBL's speed and physical play required some adjustment.
He said he was enjoying his move to Cairns and excited to grow throughout the season.
- 17
- Paul's age
- 11
- Minutes played
- 2
- Points scored
- 2
- Steals
Why it mattersA highly talented teenage prospect is starting his pro career. This shows how Australia's NBL helps young talent develop. The NBL's pathway for youth players is on display.
AustraliaDemonstrates the NBL's growing ability to attract and develop young Australian basketball players before they consider overseas leagues.
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