The rookie has started to piece things together for his new team.
, taken fourth overall in the 2024 NBA Draft, has been starting to fill his role nicely in the absence of Tre Jones, who is out for two weeks with an ankle injury. The defensive-minded combo guard, who has been playing mostly on the ball in his career in the NBA and was drafted to do so, had a solid outing against the Houston Rockets on Sunday evening, posting eight points, recording three assists, stealing the ball twice, and blocking a shot.
Though he tweaked his wrist in the game, he seems to be fine going forward, and will continue to play solid minutes despite it being the same wrist he had issues with during the NBA's Summer League. The injury won't hold him out for any amount of time seemingly, so he can continue to develop under the guiding hand of veteran point guard, the NBA Rookie of the Year in 2023, the Spurs surrounding him with other young talented players like Castle will be massive going forward.
At Connecticut, Castle was one of the primary pieces that helped them win their second national championship in a row, as well as Portland rookie. Castle helped to anchor a top-notch defensive unit, which was one of the primary reasons San Antonio took him so high. A team that struggled with perimeter defense last year, Castle brings the edge to the back court in this aspect, aided by his 6-foot-7 frame and "dawg" like mentality.
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Spurs rookie Stephon Castle eager to continue to showcase versatilityAfter stealing the show in the Silver & Black scrimmage, the No. 4 overall pick said he's ready to 'play free' in whatever role Gregg Popovich puts him
Read more »
Rookie Stephon Castle already turning heads at San Antonio Spurs campChris Paul is among the veterans impressed with rookie Stephon Castle in the early stages of San Antonio Spurs training camp
Read more »
Gregg Popovich 'very impressed' with Spurs rookie Stephon CastleThe coach singled out the fourth overall pick's maturity and versatility after the first week of training camp.
Read more »
Spurs rookie Stephon Castle leaning on Popovich, coaching staffIn addition to picking the brain of Hall of Famer Gregg Popovich, rookie Stephon Castle is bonding with assistant coach Mike Noyes over their shared UConn ties.
Read more »
Spurs' Stephon Castle is ready to learn, and ready to thriveThe Spurs expect a lot out of rookie point guard Stephon Castle, the 6-foot-6 guard who won a national championship at Connecticut last spring.
Read more »
Stephon Castle Has Clear Pathway to NBA StardomGiven the situation he is entering in San Antonio, Stephon Castle has a real chance of reaching his long-term ceiling.
Read more »