Rio Grande Valley Vipers
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Rockets' Newton, Nix Earn All-G League Honors for Vipers
Houston Rockets two-way players Tristen Newton and Daishen Nix received All-NBA G League honors for their standout performances with the Rio Grande Valley Vipers. Newton was named to the First Team after averaging 25.8 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 5.5 assists during the regular season, while Nix earned Third Team honors with averages of 22.4 points, 7.2 rebounds, and 7.0 assists. Both players also participated in showcase events, with Newton appearing in the NBA Castrol Rising Stars game and Nix in the G League Next Up Game.
South Bay Lakers Reach G League Western Conference Finals
The South Bay Lakers defeated the Rio Grande Valley Vipers 112-97 Friday night to advance to the NBA G League Western Conference Finals. Five players scored in double figures, led by Drew Timme's 26 points. The Lakers will host Stockton Kings on Sunday.
Vipers Defeat Spurs 117-106, Advance to G League Semifinals
The Rio Grande Valley Vipers defeated the Austin Spurs 117-106 in the Western Conference Quarterfinals of the NBA G League Playoffs. Daishen Nix led the Vipers with 34 points while Kyle Mangas scored 45 in a losing effort for the Spurs. The fourth-seeded Vipers will advance to face the winner of the South Bay Lakers-San Diego Clippers series.