Cleveland Cavaliers: First impressions in opener versus Toronto Raptors
Collin Sexton played like a rookie, and that’s okay.
As a nineteen year-old, Collin Sexton learned a few tough lessons during his first game in the league. He struggled on both ends of the floor especially with the speed and physicality the Raptors played with. As a result, he played the first three quarters with four points on zero-of-six shooting from the field with four turnovers.
What does Collin Sexton take away from the @cavs fighting back in the 4th quarter after being down big? #BeTheFight
— Bally Sports Cincinnati (@BallySportsCIN) October 18, 2018
The rookie point guard gives his thoughts ⬇️ pic.twitter.com/lxIVRCc5JH
One of the most encouraging things about Sexton is his drive and will to win. That, more than anything, was on display Wednesday night. Sexton did a great job of bouncing back in the fourth quarter, as he poured in five points on two-of-three shooting.
His play on both ends of the floor in the fourth helped bring the Cavs back within striking distance. The Cavaliers did pull the score to 108-100 with 3:08 left, and Sexton’s grit clearly had something to do with that.
Ty Lue evaluates Collin Sexton's first NBA game and expects the @cavs' rookie point guard to learn from tonight's game. #BeTheFight pic.twitter.com/Y3FRXEm0h8
— Bally Sports Cincinnati (@BallySportsCIN) October 18, 2018
Patience is important when it comes to Sexton. It’s very rare to find someone his age that can come into the NBA and make a positive impact right away. He has the work ethic, athleticism, and skill to be a great point guard in this league. But, there’s going to be a few more games like this before he reaches anything close to his full potential.