Wolves’ rookie big Joan Beringer hosts block party in Summer League debut

Hello Joan Beringer Fans that were unfamiliar with the No overall pick in last month s NBA draft received a quick introduction in the -year-old s Summer League debut Thursday as Minnesota toppled New Orleans - in Las Vegas The rookie blocked the Pelicans first two shots of the encounter and swatted five shots over the first eight minutes of the affair while going a perfect for from the field in the first half and he ran to the rim and lived in the paint By competition s end Beringer tallied points eight rebounds seven blocks and two steals as part of a stifling defensive effort from Minnesota as the Wolves turned New Orleans over times After a slow start Terrence Shannon Jr dominated the final two quarters offensively to finish with points nine assists and seven rebounds Leonard Miller also had points to go with nine boards and three blocked shots Rob Dillingham had points on for shooting with six assists and seven turnovers The Timberwolves Summer League organization next plays at p m Saturday against Denver in Las Vegas Grady staying Timberwolves television play-by-play man Michael Grady will be one of Amazon s primary broadcasters when the station begins airing nationally-televised NBA games this fall the streaming arrangement informed Thursday But that doesn t mean Grady is leaving Minnesota He will still work a modified local television schedule that s still to be determined and will do more storytelling in digital content space for the organization that includes battle previews and features among other things Being able to tell the Timberwolves story and stay close to its fanbase is truly a privilege Grady mentioned in a message I have deep affection for the association and its incredible following I m excited to continue to tell the stories of this incredible franchise keeping that bond strong as I expand my role nationally Joan Beringer poses for a photo with NBA commissioner Adam Silver after being selected th by the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first round of the NBA basketball draft Wednesday June in New York AP Photo Adam Hunger Related Articles Here s what Wolves need to see from Rob Dillingham in Summer League After adjustment-filled rookie year Wolves Rob Dillingham ready for his shot This Summer League Timberwolves will see just how much Terrence Shannon Jr can handle Now an NBA champion Chet Holmgren returns to his roots in St Paul Timberwolves agree to one-year deal to bring back Joe Ingles as Nickeil Alexander-Walker and Luka Garza depart