Kai Sotto scores 11 in Adelaide 36ers' preseason win against Phoenix Suns
Kai Sotto showed a glimpse of how he could play against NBA players in the Adelaide 36ers' win against the Phoenix Suns, 134-124, in the NBL x NBA preseason on Monday (Philippine time).
Sotto tallied 11 markers, including highlight-worthy dunks, on top of two rebounds, two steals, and an assist in the NBL team's win.
Goodness me, Kai.
— Adelaide 36ers (@Adelaide36ers) October 3, 2022
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Goodness me @MitchMcCarron to @kzsottolive is magic.
— Adelaide 36ers (@Adelaide36ers) October 3, 2022
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Craig Randall led Adelaide with 35 points, while Robert Franks added 32 to pace the Aussies.
Cam Payne had 23 points, while Deandre Ayton and Mikal Bridges added 22 each for the Suns. Devin Booker had 13 points in the loss.
Just two days ago, Adelaide also defeated Overtime Elite, 86-81.
Sotto and the 36ers will first see action in the NBL on October 13 when they play the Tasmania JackJumpers, while the NBA will open its season on October 18.
—JMB, GMA News