Cavaliers coach Kenny Atkinson attends Saliou Niang's game in Italy
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 10:03 PM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
Cleveland Cavaliers coach Kenny Atkinson was in Italy on June 4, 2026, to observe Saliou Niang, who was selected with the 58th pick in the 2025 NBA Draft. Niang played 24 minutes, recording 11 points, 7 rebounds, and 3 assists in the game. The scouting trip demonstrates the Cavaliers' commitment to evaluating young talent overseas. Niang's performance could factor into future roster decisions for the Cavaliers.
- •Kenny Atkinson watched Saliou Niang's game in Italy.
- •Niang scored 11 points and grabbed 7 rebounds in 24 minutes.
- •Cavaliers selected Niang with the 58th pick in 2025.
- •Atkinson's scouting emphasizes the team's investment in international prospects.
- •Niang's future performance may impact Cavaliers' roster decisions.
- 10:03 PMYahoo Sports — Veland Cavaliers coach Kenny Atkinson was in Italy for …
"Veland Cavaliers coach Kenny Atkinson was in Italy for …
Sources
External linksOriginal reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days
NBA•Oct 21, 2026, 11:02 AMLeBron James reacts to making Sixers debut after road win over Knicks
NBA•Oct 21, 2026, 10:24 AMIndiana Pacers game vs New Orleans Pelicans tonight, Oct. 21: Start time, where to watch
NBA•Oct 21, 2026, 8:30 AMTwo-time Indian Olympic medallist shares ‘only worry’ about 76ers during LeBron James’ debut
NBA•Oct 21, 2026, 7:30 AMWhat impressed LeBron James most about 76ers’ Tyrese Maxey in win vs. Knicks
NBA•Oct 21, 2026, 6:34 AMWhat were LeBron James’ stats in his first 76ers game vs. Knicks?
NBA•Oct 21, 2026, 5:07 AM'He has lost': Skip Bayless says he just has one takeaway from LeBron James' 76ers debut