Suns Gear Up for Inaugural Season: Roberts and Carter III Join the Valley Suns

The Valley Suns' G League Draft Selections

The Suns are making their mark in the G League as they select Nate Roberts and Olin Carter III. With the 19th pick in the draft, Suns opted for former Washington Huskies big man Nate Roberts, a 6-foot-11 athlete who impressed in college. His profile includes an average of 5.4 points, 6.7 rebounds, and 0.6 blocks in nearly 23 minutes per game during his last two seasons.

Carter's Journey to the Suns

In the second round, at the 50th pick, Suns added guard Olin Carter III, who played for the Sioux Falls Skyforce last season. Known for his shooting prowess, Carter posted averages of 9.9 points and 1.5 assists, though faced shooting challenges. His track record at San Diego showcases his potential, leading the West Coast Conference with a 37.5% success rate from beyond the arc.

A Bright Future for the Valley Suns

The Valley Suns are set to start their inaugural campaign against the Santa Cruz Warriors on November 8-9, before debuting at home against the Stockton Kings on November 11. As they build their team, the spotlight is on Roberts and Carter to contribute to a successful season.