And Finally, Scoot Henderson Was Selected Portland Trail Blazers
The news came as a surprise today, and finally, Scoot Henderson was selected by the Portland Trail Blazers. The Portland Trail Blazers unexpectedly got Scoot Henderson with the number three pick in the 2023 NBA Draft.
Scoot Henderson is projected to be selected by the Charlotte Hornets who have the number two pick in the 2023 NBA Draft.
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With the arrival of Scoot Henderson in the 2023 NBA Draft, the Portland Trail Blazers get a young star who can be paired with Damian Lillard.
Portland Trail Blazers Pick Scoot Henderson
Reporting nba.com, the Portland Trail Blazers selected Scoot Henderson as the number three pick in the 2023 NBA Draft.
Known for his tenacity on the pitch, Scoot Henderson is a guard with amazing athleticism.
Scoot Henderson's athleticism makes him often compared to Russell Westbrook who is a former NBA MVP.
Scoot Henderson's presence on the Portland Trail Blazers is a bit complex.
Also read: Scoot Henderson and His Extraordinary Ambition.
This is because they already have Damian Lillard, a proven star and an All-Star in the NBA.
Meanwhile, there are three situations that the Portland Trail Blazers can run regarding this Scoot Henderson.
Firstly, Scoot Henderson could be included in a swap deal if they target veteran star player Tandeman Lillard.
Second, Scoot Henderson could be Damian Lillard's replacement if the Portland Trail Blazers decided to rebuild and trade Lillard.
Third, Scoot Henderson could be Damian Lillard's duet partner on the Portland Trail Blazers.
Victor Wembanyama was selected number one by the San Antonio Spurs and Brandon Miller was selected by the Charlotte Hornets with the second pick.
Scoot Henderson fell to the Portland Trail Blazers with the number three pick in the 2023 NBA Draft.
Scoot Henderson, a Georgian basketball player who is 6 feet 2 inches or about 188cm, is often compared to Russell Westbrook.
Scoot Henderson spent two years with the G League Ignite team in the NBA G League.
He has connections with Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry who often gives him help and advice.
Last season with Ignite, Scoot Henderson averaged 16.5 points and 6.5 assists per game.
He also brought the Portland Trail Blazers much-needed defensive ability.
He graduated early from high school in Marietta, Georgia to become the youngest player in the NBA G League.
"I'm young but I have a mature mind," Scoot Henderson said shortly after being selected in the 2023 NBA Draft.
"I will work and make a real impact, not only on the basketball side but also in the community," he continued.
His full name is Sterling Jewell Henderson, he acquired the nickname Scoot when he was a toddler.
His younger brother is also a basketball athlete named Crystal Henderson who has the nickname Moochie, he will attend Georgia State.
The Portland Trail Blazers' team joined Scoot Henderson and failed to make the NBA Playoffs last season with a record of 33 wins and 49 losses.
They earned that result despite Damian Lillard's best efforts, averaging a career-high 32.2 points per game.
But in the end, inconsistency and a storm of injuries ruined their chances of making the NBA Playoffs.
The presence of Scoot Henderson is expected to be able to turn the team around, even if he is not traded in the end.
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