The Return of Ben Saraf
The Brooklyn Nets have decided to bring rookie point guard Ben Saraf back to the team following an impressive showing in the G League, where he scored a remarkable 40 points on Monday. Saraf was instrumental in the Long Island Nets’ 116-97 victory over the Oklahoma City Blue during the NBA G League Winter Showcase, exhibiting his scoring prowess by converting 54% of his shots.
Impressive Performance
Specifically, he made 14 out of 26 attempts from the field, including a strong performance from beyond the arc with 6 three-pointers made out of 10 attempts.
In addition to his scoring, Saraf contributed significantly in other areas, pulling down six rebounds, dishing out four assists, and recording a steal. Despite dealing with a right ankle sprain, he is listed as probable for the upcoming game against the Philadelphia 76ers.
Season Overview
So far this season, Saraf has participated in 12 NBA games, five of which were as a starter, averaging 5.4 points, 2.8 assists, and 1.6 rebounds in about 16.9 minutes per game. With teammate Cam Thomas out nursing a hamstring injury, Saraf will have the chance to leverage his recent success in the G League and increase his impact in the NBA.
A Potential Turning Point
This marks Saraf’s first 40-point game, signaling a potential turning point in his rookie season for the Nets.
First 40-Point Game for Ben
pic.twitter.com/wCVn0azWlQ — Long Island Nets (December 22, 2025)
