Portland Trail Blazers guard Shaedon Sharpe has had an impressive start to his rookie campaign, averaging 9.4 points on 51.2 percent shooting off the bench. More than the numbers themselves, though, he’s putting them up in explosive style.
Sharpe’s athleticism and scoring have garnered national attention. The 19-year-old may not be in position to compete for Rookie of the Year honors, but, in CBS Sports’ latest week-by-week rookie rankings, he places among the expected pack at an unexpected No. 4.
Here is what Jasmyn Wimbish had to say:
Sharpe’s been a necessary spark plug off the bench for a Blazers team that has been pleasantly surprising to start the season.