Pacers’ Isaiah Wong selected as replacement in G League Up Next Game
Indiana Pacers rookie Isaiah Wong has been selected as an injury replacement in the G League Up Next Game during NBA All-Star Weekend in Indianapolis, Indiana.
The event features four teams of seven players competing in two semifinal games. The 28 players include 10 selected by a fan vote, while the remaining 18 players were selected by the G League and include members of the Ignite and Indiana Mad Ants as the host team.
Wong, who is signed to a two-way contract, will replace Toronto Raptors rookie Markquis Nowell, who is dealing with a left hamstring strain. He will be teammates with the likes of Luka Garza (Wolves), Tyler Smith (Ignite) and Cole Swider (Skyforce).
Isaiah Wong (@zaywong21) is ready to represent @TheMadAnts in Indianapolis! The @Pacers Two-Way guard has been named to the #GLeagueUpNextGame presented by @ATT during #NBAAllStar, replacing Markquis Nowell on Team Strictly. pic.twitter.com/dTDTgem6FX
— NBA G League (@nbagleague) February 7, 2024
Wong is averaging 15.8 points, four assists and 3.5 rebounds on 41.4% shooting from the field in 30 games with the Mad Ants. He has produced seven 20-point games, including a career-high 30 points and four assists on Nov. 25.
