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WAS • • #
3 months ago
Riley is dealing with a sprained right ankle, hence his inclusion on the Wizards’ injury report. With the team amid a rebuild, the first-round pick won’t lack opportunities once healthy. If he’s unable to play, there will be more minutes for fellow reserve Cam Whitmore, who was acquired from the Rockets during the offseason. Whitmore isn’t a streamable player yet, but he’s one of many young Wizards worth tracking in preparation for the “silly season.”
Source: NBA Injury Report
WAS • • #
4 months ago
Like fellow first-round pick Tre Johnson, Riley looked far more comfortable in his second preseason appearance than in Sunday’s opener against the Raptors. In addition to shooting the ball well, the former Illinois wing took on some on-ball playmaking duties during Monday’s victory. Riley did not take on that role much in college, as he was teammates with Heat rookie Kasparas Jakučionis and current Illinois guard Kylan Boswell. However, that’s something to watch during the regular season. If Riley can do more offensively as a playmaker, that would raise his long-term ceiling.
WAS • • #
7 months ago
Having struggled in his summer league debut on Friday, Riley was unquestionably motivated to bounce back. The first-round pick out of Illinois did that, only missing one shot from the field and making three three-pointers. Riley did not offer any value outside of points, rebounds and assists, but it would help the Wizards during the regular season if he could knock down perimeter shots consistently. Last season, Washington ranked 29th in three-point percentage and dead last in offensive rating.
UTA • • #
7 months ago
While Utah made this pick, it will be headed to Washington with the Jazz receiving the 18th overall pick (Walter Clayton Jr.). As for Riley, the 19-year-old forward showcased some intriguing upside during his freshman season at Illinois. He averaged 12.6 points, 4.1 rebounds, 2.2 assists and 1.3 three-pointers in 25.7 minutes per game. The numbers weren’t great, but the 6'9" playmaker could be an impactful player in the future as his development progresses. Defense wasn’t a strong point for Riley, and he didn’t contribute many steals or blocks, which is concerning for fantasy managers. However, he has the potential to be a dynamic offensive player as both a scorer and a playmaker. Riley joins a Wizards roster that already has some young talent on the perimeter, including Kyshawn George and Bub Carrington. With Khris Middleton also in the fold, Riley’s fantasy value may be limited next season.