For the first time in his young NBA career, Skal Labissiere earned first quarter minutes, checking into Thursday’s game alongside fellow first-year player Buddy Hield.
From the get-go, Labissiere’s confidence exuded on the court, stepping in and connecting on 3-of-3 from the field in four minutes of first quarter play. Whether working off the dribble, spotting up for a jumper or utilizing his post moves, No. 3’s skill set was immediately noticeable to the sold out home crowd.
Even when he wasn’t scoring, the Haiti native found a way to contribute, securing tough rebounds, contesting opponents drives and even disrupting a Nuggets play, leading to a steal and easy Kings basket.