Luke Maye, a former University of North Carolina basketball star, is expected to join the Nagoya Diamond Dolphins in the Japan B.League ¹ ² ³ ⁴ ⁵. Maye had a successful season in the league with the Ibaraki Robots, averaging 20.9 points, 10.4 rebounds, and 2.2 assists in 28 minutes per game. He also shot 53.7% from the floor and 40.3% from beyond the arc, making him the second-best scorer in the B League.
The Nagoya Diamond Dolphins had a strong regular season record and reached the semifinals last season, ultimately losing to the eventual B League champions, Hiroshima ¹ ² ³ ⁵. Maye’s addition to the team is expected to bolster their chances in the upcoming season. Maye has played professionally in Italy, Spain, Turkey, and the NBA G League, and has experience playing in the Basketball Champions League.
Maye’s move to the Nagoya Diamond Dolphins marks a new chapter in his professional basketball career ⁴. He has been recognized for his achievements, including being named the All-ACC Most Improved Player of the Year and the All-ACC Scholar-Athlete of the Year in 2018 during his college time. Maye’s experience and skills are expected to be a valuable asset to the Nagoya Diamond Dolphins in the upcoming season.
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