Ben Sharaf and Danny Wolfe Assigned to Long Island Nets

Transition to G League

Ben Sharaf and Danny Wolfe have been assigned to the Long Island Nets, the G League affiliate of the Brooklyn Nets, following a shift in team dynamics. The point guard Sharaf, along with the center Wolfe and rookie Nolan Traore, are currently training with the Long Island Nets as the team prepares for the upcoming season, set to begin with a home game against the Capital City Go-Go, the G League team of the Washington Wizards, on Friday night.

Recent Performance and Roster Changes

Sharaf started in the first five games of the season for Brooklyn but did not play in the sixth game and only saw action for the final 3:33 minutes in a 127-109 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves. This defeat brought the Nets’ record to 7-0. In the six games he participated in, Sharaf averaged 3.5 points, 2.7 assists, and 2 rebounds over 15.7 minutes per game.

In contrast, Wolfe missed the first six games of the season due to injury and made his season debut during the final minutes against Minnesota. He recorded start rebound and provided two assists, start of which set up a three-pointer for Sharaf.

Conclusion

The move to the Long Island Nets offers both Sharaf and Wolfe an opportunity to gain valuable playing time and experience, which could be critical as they aim to return to the main roster and contribute to the Brooklyn Nets in the future. The G League serves as a vital platform for player development, especially for those adjusting to the dynamics of professional basketball.