![]() ![]() Rollercoaster performances are not new for McGowens. In the final summer league game, McGowens had some glaring blunders, throwing the ball away while in the air and getting the final, potential game-tying shot blocked by the Timberwolves’ Josh Minott. Inconsistency woes hit McGowens again in the Hornets final two outings against the Bulls and Timberwolves as he shot 22% and 30%, respectively, from the floor. He was by far the best player on the court, taking over on the offensive end and taking advantage of what the Cavs were giving him defensively - pulling the trigger when they played off and driving to the basket when defended tightly. McGowens followed that with his best game against Cleveland, in which he exploded for 24 points on 70% shooting and five three-pointers. He made his only two shots and committed early turnovers in the first half, then went ice cold in the second, missing six consecutive attempts. Two nights later, the tables turned as McGowens went 2-of-14 with eight points in an overtime win against the Lakers. He hit a couple of pull up threes and finished a nifty and-one, showing offensive versatility in the Hornets’ 96-84 loss. In his summer league debut against the Pacers, McGowens did what he is known for, scoring a team high 17 points on 6-of-13 from the field and 50% from beyond the arc. McGowens played an average of 30 minutes per game, which was more than even the 15th overall pick Mark Williams. When it comes to the Hornets’ second round selections, the former Nebraska Cornhusker is the most anticipated - and maybe the most talented - in the organization’s history, and the urgency to get him developed is present given how much he played in Las Vegas. McGowens comes with an ability to score from inside and out, judging from what he showed as an offensive threat in college. Yet, with some high scoring flashes of his own, the second rounder fell short with providing positive offense every night. McGowens earned the most minutes of any other Hornet and was also the leading scorer of those that played all five games, averaging 14.6 points per outing. The Hornets went 2-3, showing flashes of solid basketball in wins against the Lakers and Cavaliers, but struggled from the field in their defeats. "Learning how to come off of ball screens, how to make reads off of them and ball screen defense.Charlotte Hornets rookie Bryce McGowens showed flashes of excellence in the NBA Summer League in Las Vegas, but struggled with inconsistency.īryce McGowens showed in NBA Summer League that he could be the Hornets’ most impactful second round pick in team history - if he can get over the inconsistencies.Ĭharlotte finished the NBA 2K23 Summer League in Las Vegas with an 89-86 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves on Saturday. "I'm working on my pick-and-roll offense and coming off of ball screens," McGowens said. His older brother Trey, who recently transferred to Nebraska, is home, and the two work out every day and also play one-on-one. Though COVID-19 has restricted his training, McGowens is outside working every day to prepare for next season. ![]() Being able to play in front of my friends and family." "That definitely went into the decision, getting a chance to put on for the state one more time as a senior. "Schools like Huntington Prep, IMG Academy and Monteverde wanted me to come, but I chose to stay close to home. ![]() "I've always wanted to play against the best players, so this is a chance to showcase my talents," McGowens said. ![]() In contrast from Lincoln Academy, which was located in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, Legacy Early is only 15 miles from Wren High. Another major factor in his decision was the chance to represent his home state in marquee tournaments such as the Chick-Fil-A Classic, HoopHall Classic and Holiday Hoopsgiving. McGowens believes Legacy's national schedule will help prepare him for the competition level at Florida State. "It's probably going to be whoever gets the rebound, that's who's running the offense at that time. We have the top three guards in the state," McGowens said. McGowens is joining a backcourt with Cornish who is considering offers from Clemson, Georgetown and Maryland, among others, and Wright who recently picked up an offer from South Carolina. Last season, the Lions finished with a 23-8 record. Legacy Early has won two USA Prep National Championships in the past four years, most recently in the 2018-19 season. "We feel like as a team, we can make a run and be a top-ranked team in the country." ![]()
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