Ja'Kobi Gillespie impresses during Spurs preseason performance
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 20, 2026, 7:31 PM
Last updated Oct 20, 2026
San Antonio Spurs rookie Ja'Kobi Gillespie showcased his shooting skills in preseason games, scoring 25 points against Utah. The 22-year-old, selected in the second round of the 2026 NBA Draft, averaged 14 points per game with impressive shooting percentages. His confidence has grown during practices, resulting in strong performances against veteran players. Coach Mitch Johnson praised Gillespie's balance of competitiveness and composure as a two-way contract player.
- •Gillespie scored 25 points against Utah and averaged 14 points in preseason.
- •He shot 50% from three-point range during training camp.
- •Coach Mitch Johnson highlighted Gillespie's confidence and competitiveness.
- •Veterans like Harrison Barnes support Gillespie's shooting development.
- •Spurs hope to replicate past success with second-round draft picks.
- 7:31 PMYahoo Sports — Spurs high on second-round pick Ja'Kobi Gillespie's shooting, confidence
""He's got a really good way about him for a rookie" on a two-way contract, coach Mitch Johnson said of the 22-year-old Tennessee-ex.
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