DETROIT. (WILX) - Former Michigan State guard Jaden Akins has been capitalizing on his opportunity with the Detroit Pistons’ G League affiliate, the Motor City Cruise, and his work has been recognized.
It was announced on Tuesday afternoon that Akins would be headed to Los Angeles and had earned a spot in the NBA G League’s Next Up Game as a part of All-Star Weekend.
Over the course of 18 games, Akins is averaging 17.8 points, five assists and 3.4 rebounds per game.
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