MEMPHIS, Tenn. – Memphis Grizzlies two-way player,
Kenneth Lofton, Jr., was named the 2022-23 KIA NBA G League Rookie of the Year, the NBA G League announced Friday.
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In the 17 appearances during the regular season for the former Louisiana Tech forward, Junior averaged 20.2 points, 10.5 rebounds, 3.9 assists, and 1.2 steals per game. He scored 20+ points in eight games and 30+ twice, including a career-high 33 points against Delaware on Feb. 3.
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The Port Arthur, Texas native secured the first triple-double of his career on Feb. 7 against Birmingham, finishing with 20 points, 15 rebounds, and 11 assists. He notched nine double-doubles throughout the regular season.
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The 20-year old was named to the 2023 Jordan Rising Stars as a member of the NBA G League Team and also participated in the NBA G League NEXT UP game on Feb. 19.
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Lofton, Jr. spent two seasons with the Bulldogs before going undrafted. He was a two-time All-Conference USA selection and was the 2021 C-USA Freshman of the Year.
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