Tag: Tristen Newton

Two time national champion point guard signs with Indiana Pacers

Former UConn Huskies point guard Tristen Newton inks two-way deal with Indiana Pacers.

The Indiana Pacers inked former UConn Huskies guard Tristen Newton to a two-way contract on Saturday.

Newton was the 49th player selected in the 2024 NBA draft, joined in the draft class by fellow UConn starters Stephon Castle, Donovan Clingan, and Cam Spencer.

The 6’5 guard averaged 9.0 points, 4.6 assists, 3.8 rebounds, and 1.2 steals across five Summer League games, although he shot just 20% from the field and 18.2% from the three point line.

“Tristen Newton, tremendous [growth] from game one to game five,” Pacers summer league head coach Jannero Pargo said. “Understanding our offense more, playing more confident. Being able to call plays and run our sets and be more comfortable out there.”

Newton averaged over 15 points, six assists, and six rebounds in his final season with UConn, leading Dan Hurley’s team to back-to-back national championships as the primary ball-handler.

Now, his experience, winning mentality, facilitation, and positional rebounding skills will give Indiana additional point guard depth available throughout the season, although Newton will likely spend most of his time in the G League with the Mad Ants.

Pacers sign 49th pick Tristen Newton to two-way contract

Newton debuted with the Pacers in the NBA Summer League, averaging nine points, 4.6 assists, 3.8 rebounds and 1.2 steals in five games.

Former UConn guard Tristen Newton, the 49th pick in the 2024 NBA draft, signed a two-way contract with the Indiana Pacers on Saturday, the team announced.

Newton was a consensus first-team All-American last season, averaging 15.1 points, 6.6 rebounds and 6.2 assists on 41.5% shooting from the field as a fifth-year senior. He registered two triple-doubles and 11 double-doubles in 40 games.

The 23-year-old helped the Huskies to back-to-back national championships after spending three years at East Carolina. He was named the Final Four Most Outstanding Player and the Big East Tournament MVP.

Newton debuted with the Pacers in the NBA Summer League, averaging nine points, 4.6 assists, 3.8 rebounds and 1.2 steals in five games. He finished off his run in Las Vegas with three consecutive double-digit performances, including 17 points and six rebounds on July 20.

The 6-foot-5 standout established himself as a second-round pick for his scoring and ability as a lead guard in college. He displayed those traits with the Pacers this month and will have the opportunity to showcase them next season at the next level.

Newton will split his time between the NBA and the Indiana Mad Ants in the G League. He is eligible to be active for up to 50 games in the NBA and will earn a flat salary equal to 50% of the minimum salary applicable to a player with zero years of service.

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Report: Sixers hosted UConn’s Tristen Newton for a predraft workout

The Philadelphia 76ers hosted UConn wing Tristen Newton for a predraft workout.

The Philadelphia 76ers hold the No. 16 pick in the 2024 draft as they look to move forward with their championship hopes. The Sixers are likely to trade the selection in order to acquire a win-now player, but at the moment, the pick is theirs so one has to wonder who they’re looking at in the draft.

The Sixers got a look at a NCAA championship level wing player in UConn’s Tristen Newton. Philadelphia hosted the 6-foot-5 2-time champion for a predraft workout on Thursday.

Newton posted a selfie on his Instagram story of him wearing Sixers gear with the Philadelphia location. He also posted “#13” on his story so one has to assume that this is his 13th predraft workout thus far.

Newton averaged 15.1 points, 6.6 rebounds, and 6.2 assists in the 2023-24 season. He shot 32.1% from deep as he was more of a versatile two-way player rather than a scorer or a shooter. His experience winning at the college level will be very valuable for this group should Philadelphia select him.

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Tristen Newton: NBA draft scouting report

2001 | 6’3 | 6’6 WS | 191 LBS Team: Connecticut Agent: Aaron Turner Best aggregate mock draft rank : 44 / Worst rank: NR 2023-24 stats: In 2023-24, Newton averaged 15.0 points, 5.8 rebounds, 7.1 assists, 1.0 steals, and 0.4 blocks per game. He shot …

2001 | 6’3 | 6’6 WS | 191 LBS

Team: Connecticut

Agent: Aaron Turner

Best aggregate mock draft rank: 44 / Worst rank: NR

2023-24 stats:

In 2023-24, Newton averaged 15.0 points, 5.8 rebounds, 7.1 assists, 1.0 steals, and 0.4 blocks per game. He shot 40.5 percent from the field, 31.5 percent from three, and 80.4 percent from the foul line.

2024 NBA Draft Combine: Winners and losers

The 2024 NBA Draft Combine has concluded, and as the dust settles in Chicago, we review the most significant winners and losers from this year’s pre-draft event. Despite being considered one of the weakest drafts in recent memory, the combine still …

The 2024 NBA Draft Combine has concluded, and as the dust settles in Chicago, we review the most significant winners and losers from this year’s pre-draft event. Despite being considered one of the weakest drafts in recent memory, the combine still plays a crucial role. It helps fringe lottery picks, determines if a player is a late first-rounder or early second-rounder, and boosts the chances of players who might have gone undrafted. With the draft just over a month away, here’s a breakdown of the standout moments and performances from this year’s combine.

UConn sophomore Alex Karaban to declare for NBA draft, retain eligibility

Karaban helped the Huskies to their second straight title, averaging 13.3 points and 5.1 rebounds on 37.9% shooting from 3-point range.

UConn sophomore Alex Karaban announced Thursday on social media that he will declare for the 2024 NBA draft while retaining his remaining college eligibility.

Karaban helped the Huskies to their second straight championship after averaging 13.3 points, 5.1 rebounds and 1.5 assists on 37.9% shooting from 3-point range. He produced eight 20-point games, including a season-high 26 points and seven rebounds on Dec. 9.

The 21-year-old joins teammate Donovan Clingan in declaring for the draft this year, while Stephon Castle, Tristen Newton and Cam Spencer are also expected to enter. Clingan and Castle are projected to be lottery picks.

Karaban isn’t projected to be drafted, though he will have the opportunity to improve his stock in team interviews and workouts. He could also be invited to compete in the G League Elite Camp or draft combine next month in Chicago, Illinois.

He has until May 29 to withdraw from the draft and return to school.

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