Trail Blazers recall McRoberts
Published on February 3, 2008 under NBA G League (G League)
Idaho Stampede News Release
PORTLAND, Ore. - The Portland Trail Blazers recalled forward Josh McRoberts from the NBA Development League's Idaho Stampede, it was announced today by Trail Blazers general manager Kevin Pritchard.
"It was a really good experience," said McRoberts. "It was the first time that I'd played in a game with extended minutes in a long time, so it was good to get out there and get some game action."
McRoberts, who was assigned to the Stampede on Jan. 9, averaged 7.8 points, 6.0 rebounds, 3.4 assists and 26.5 minutes in eight games with the Trail Blazers' D-League affiliate.
Prior to joining the Stampede, McRoberts posted averages of 1.3 points, 0.7 rebounds and 2.3 minutes in three games with the Trail Blazers this season after being selected by Portland with the 37th overall pick in the 2007 NBA Draft.
The Duke University product is the fifth player in Trail Blazers history to be assigned to the D-League.
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