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Rookie Report: Patrick Baldwin Jr., Ryan Rollins debut in preseason opener vs. Wizards

In the Warriors’ preseason opener against the Wizards, rookies Patrick Baldwin Jr. and Ryan Rollins made their debuts.

Along with the official start of the preseason, the Golden State Warriors contest against the Washington Wizards on Friday marked the debut of two rookies in blue and gold.

For the first time since being drafted in June, Patrick Baldwin Jr. and Ryan Rollins played alongside their new teammates with the Warriors. Both Baldwin Jr. and Rollins were absent from the Calfornia Classic and the Las Vegas Summer League due to injuries.

On Friday morning in Japan, the pair of rookies debuted for the Golden State Warriors.

The No. 28 overall pick played eight minutes off the bench, scoring seven points on 2-of-4 shooting from the field. Baldwin Jr. added one rebound against the Wizards.

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Rollins added eight points on 1-of-8 shooting from the field with four boards and an assist in 11 minutes. The Tulsa product did most of his damage at the free throw line, cashing in all six of his attempts from the stripe.

In Golden State’s rematch against the Wizards on Saturday evening, both Baldwin Jr. and Rollins will likely be back on the floor for more preseason work at Saitama Super Arena in Japan.

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Warriors’ Patrick Baldwin Jr. reacts to first preseason game

With the Warriors tipping off the preseason on Friday in Japan, the contest gave the team its first look at Baldwin.

With the Golden State Warriors tipping off their preseason schedule on Friday in Japan, the contest gave the team its first look at rookies Patrick Baldwin Jr. and Ryan Rollins.

Though James Wiseman stole the show with 20 points, the two rookies saw time in the 96-87 win over the Washington Wizards. Baldwin finished with seven points and one rebound in eight minutes, while Rollins had eight points and four rebounds in 11 minutes.

They entered the game in the third quarter once the starters were done. Once in the game, Baldwin connected on his first 3-point attempt, which was set up by Rollins. Baldwin finished 2-of-4 from the field; Rollins was 1-of-6.

For Baldwin, it was rewarding to see his first shot go down.

Getting that first shot to fall is pretty much everything for me. It gave me a big boost of confidence and allowed me to play my game for those short minutes I was in. A big credit to all of the people that helped me and the team I have behind me to get back to this point. It has just been great to get back out here.

Of course, Baldwin played 11 games last season at Milwaukee due to an ankle injury suffered in high school. He was held out of summer league because of the injury but is fully healthy after a busy offseason inside the gym.

He had the opportunity to spend some time with Rollins as the two get acclimated to their new team. It has helped them with the transition on and off the court.

We’re both coming in as rookies this year and are both kinda in the same boat. Just building that chemistry through workouts and spending time off the court with each other has been big for us. To see it come to fruition with our first bucket and first assist is pretty special.

Warriors president Bob Myers hinted Baldwin could spend time this season in the NBA G League with the Santa Cruz Warriors. He will likely be in mostly a developmental role this year, but the team is very high on his future and he showed some of his potential on Friday.

Golden State wraps up its trip to Japan on Sunday at 1 a.m. EDT.

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Steve Kerr: No injury restrictions for Baldwin, Rollins in training camp

Steve Kerr said the Warriors do not have any injury concerns on the roster entering training camp.

Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr said the team does not have any injury concerns on the roster entering training camp, which begins Saturday.

The Warriors tip off their preseason schedule a bit earlier than other teams by virtue of playing the Washington Wizards on Sept. 30 and Oct. 2 at Saitama Super Arena in Japan. It marks the first visit to the country for both teams.

The injury news is rather encouraging, especially regarding their two incoming rookie players. Patrick Baldwin Jr. (ankle) and Ryan Rollins (foot) missed summer league while dealing with various injuries, but both are ready to go, according to Kerr.

We’re expecting everybody to be ready to go. But we will take precautionary measures for anybody, especially our veteran guys. If there’s anything, especially early in camp, we want to make sure we ramp them up at the right pace. We’ll get a good feel for that the first day or two.

Warriors president Bob Myers said Kerr plans on using a lot of players in the preseason, likely in an effort to keep their veterans fresh. The five preseason games could serve as a great opportunity for Baldwin and Rollins after sitting out summer league.

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Baldwin and Rollins will likely see quite a bit of time in the NBA G League this season. The team has often utilized the Santa Cruz Warriors for younger players out of the rotation to keep them sharp, and that could be the case for Baldwin and Rollins.

The Warriors like their two rookies and believe they can play vital roles down the road. Players have succeeded in the Warriors’ system and it will be worth monitoring how Baldwin and Rollins develop this season.

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Warriors optimistic Ryan Rollins will be ready for training camp

Rollins was diagnosed with a stress fracture in his right foot after the NBA draft in June.

The Golden State Warriors are reportedly optimistic rookie Ryan Rollins will be ready for training camp after recovering from a stress fracture in his right foot, according to Shams Charania and Anthony Slater of The Athletic.

The Warriors discovered the injury to the fifth metatarsal during his onboarding medical evaluation after the draft. The team ruled him out of playing in the California Classic and Las Vegas Summer League to begin the rehabilitation process.

The team is hopeful Rollins can participate in training camp starting on Sept. 24 but he will need to be cleared by the medical staff. The Warriors begin training camp earlier than most teams because they play two preseason games in Japan on Sept. 30-Oct. 1.

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Rollins, the 44th pick in the NBA draft, averaged 18.9 points, six rebounds, 3.6 assists and 1.7 steals as a sophomore last season at Toledo. His 641 points were the third-most in program history and he became the fourth Toledo player to reach at least 1,000 points in two seasons.

The Warriors signed Rollins to a three-year, $4.8 million rookie contract on July 28 after acquiring his draft rights from the Atlanta Hawks for Tyrese Martin, the 51st pick, and $2 million. The first two years are reportedly guaranteed with a significant commitment in the final year.

The team likes the addition of Rollins in the backcourt as a player who can score and run the offense. His exact role has not been determined but he could see significant minutes off the bench once he has been cleared to play.

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Warriors sign second-round pick Ryan Rollins to rookie contract

The Warriors officially inked their 2022 second-round pick to a rookie contract.

After landing Patrick Baldwin Jr. with their first-round selection in June, the Golden State Warriors weren’t done in the 2022 NBA Draft. In the second round, the Warriors acquired the No. 44 overall selection for the No. 51 pick and $2 million. 

With the No. 44 pick, Bob Myers and Steve Kerr added Ryan Rollins out of Toledo. On Thursday, the Warriors announced the 20-year-old had signed a three-year deal. 

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According to Shams Charania of The Athletic, Rollins’ three-year deal with the Warriors will be worth $4.8 million. The rookie guard’s first two seasons will be fully guaranteed, per Charania. 

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Rollins was unable to participate in the California Classic or the Las Vegas Summer League due to a stress fracture of the fifth metatarsal in his right foot.

In two seasons at Toledo, Rollins averaged 16.4 points on 45.3% shooting from the floor with 5.6 rebounds and 3.1 assists in 64 total games. In his final season with the Rockets, Rollins tallied 18.9 points on 46.8% shooting from the field and 31.1% shooting from deep with six boards and 3.6 assists in 34 games.

Rollins will provide depth in Golden State’s already loaded backcourt behind Steph Curry, Klay Thompson, Jordan Poole, Moses Moody and Donte DiVencenzo. 

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Warriors sign No. 44 pick Ryan Rollins to 3-year rookie contract

The Warriors signed second-round pick Ryan Rollins to a three-year contract on Thursday.

Golden State Warriors rookie Ryan Rollins on Thursday reportedly signed a three-year, $4.8 million rookie contract, according to Shams Charania of The Athletic.

The Warriors announced the deal but did not disclose the terms.

Rollins, the 44th pick last month, will have the first two years of the contract guaranteed with a significant commitment in the final season. The team acquired his draft rights from the Atlanta Hawks in exchange for Tyrese Martin, the 51st pick, and $2 million.

The 20-year-old did not appear with the Warriors in summer league after the team discovered a stress fracture of the fifth metatarsal in his right foot during his medical evaluation. He was with the team, despite not playing.

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Rollins averaged 18.9 points, six rebounds, 3.6 assists and 1.7 steals in 34 games as a sophomore last season at Toledo. His 641 points were the third-most in program history and he became the fourth Toledo player to reach at least 1,000 points in two seasons.

The Warriors like the addition of Rollins in the backcourt as a player that can score and run the offense. His exact role has yet to be determined but the team certainly has high hopes for him after rewarding him with a three-year contract.

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Injuries, other factors limiting rookie class in summer league

Several rookies have shown tremendous promise in a limited sample, but others haven’t been quite as fortunate.

The incoming rookie class has shown tremendous promise in a limited sample size during the Las Vegas Summer League with several notable players turning in strong performances.

No. 1 pick Paolo Banchero was electric in his first two games before the Orlando Magic opted to shut him down for the remainder of their stint in Las Vegas, averaging 20 points, six assists and five rebounds. The team ultimately wanted to get a better look at other players on the roster and will rest him, as a result.

Just behind Banchero on the draft board, the likes of Chet Holmgren, Jabari Smith Jr., Keegan Murray and several others have also had strong showings during their time on the court.

Others haven’t been quite as fortunate as their peers.

At least nine first-year players have been limited or ruled out of games entirely due to injuries or other related issues. The list includes several first-rounders: Jaden Ivey (ankle), Shaedon Sharpe (shoulder), Dyson Daniels (ankle) and Jeremy Sochan (Covid-19) among others.

Some had various ailments prior to summer league, such as Walker Kessler (toe), Patrick Baldwin Jr. (ankle) and Ryan Rollins (foot) that have prevented them from playing. However, in the case of four players, their injuries occurred in Las Vegas.

Pelicans second-round pick EJ Liddell on Monday suffered a torn ACL in his right knee versus the Hawks. (Stephen R. Sylvanie-USA TODAY Sports)

Teams are handling injuries differently now than in the past.

The strategies involved oftentimes do not sit well with observers of the sport. Fans want to see their favorite players on the court but with teams investing vast resources into these players, and millions of dollars in contracts, priorities have shifted in order to be cautious.

The Magic’s decision to rest Banchero after just two games was met with scrutiny by some. However, the team, in consultation with Banchero, agreed it would be best to limit him in summer league and made the appropriate move.

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Though summer league games pale in comparison to the regular season, teams’ strategies to be cautious with their draft picks offer a glimpse into the general thinking of front offices. They want to protect players and are reacting accordingly.

Simply put, teams will continue to do what’s best for their players to maximize their long-term health and availability and that philosophy will likely continue for years to come.

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