Timberwolves’ Leonard Miller drops monster 30-point double-double in G League

Leonard Miller became the seventh player in the G League to record at least 35 points and 10 rebounds in a game this season.

Minnesota Timberwolves rookie Leonard Miller had a career performance on assignment in the G League to lead the Iowa Wolves in a loss to the Memphis Hustle.

Miller produced a game-high 35 points, 13 rebounds, six assists and one steal in the 136-132 loss. He finished 14-of-20 from the field, including 4-of-7 from 3-point range, in 34 minutes as the Wolves dropped to 0-4 in the regular season.

The 33rd pick became the seventh player in the G League to record at least 35 points and 10 rebounds in a game this season. He scored 15 points in the fourth quarter and hit several clutch shots as the game went down to the final seconds.

The performance by Miller continued a strong year in the G League. He has spent the majority of the season with the Wolves after making four appearances with Minnesota and has emerged as one of the most productive rookies in the G League.

Miller is averaging 18.9 points, 7.3 rebounds and 2.1 assists on 36.7% shooting from 3-point range in 15 games with the Wolves. He has two 30-point games and has registered five double-doubles this season in the G League.

The organization is high on Miller, given his ability as a playmaker and rebounder. He has made strides in improving as a shooter and looks to be developing into a consistent floor spacer.

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