Killeya-Jones finished with 18 points (7-13 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT), nine rebounds and two blocks in 26 minutes during Sunday's win against the Texas Legends.
Killeya-Jones showcased his two-way ability against the legends, finishing as one of the leading scorers while also leading the team in blocks and rebounds. His protection of the rim and activity on the glass played a key role in helping the Blue secure the win.
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Sacha Killeya-Jones: Doesn't suit up Sunday
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Killeya-Jones (undisclosed) did not take the floor for Sunday's contest against the Skyhawks.
Killeya-Jones has missed the last few games due to an undisclosed injury that continues to linger. His timetable to return is currently unknown but expect him to occupy a scoring role off the bench when healthy.
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Sacha Killeya-Jones: Struggles in loss
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Killeya-Jones finished with seven points (3-10 FG, 1-3 3Pt), four rebounds and one assist in 17 minutes during Sunday's 127-122 loss to the Iowa Wolves.
Killeya-Jones has missed the last month due to a toe injury, so it's understandable that he came out slow against the Wolves. As the season moves along, expect him to find his rhythm as one of the Blue's main offensive weapons.
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Sacha Killeya-Jones: Lands on injured list
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The Blue placed Killeya-Jones (toe) on the injured list Thursday.
Killeya-Jones has been inactive for the last two games, and it appears he's slated for additional games on the sidelines while he recovers from the left toe problem. It's unclear at this point how long his stay will last.
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Sacha Killeya-Jones: Unable to suit up Thursday
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Killeya-Jones did not suit up for the Blue's Thursday night matchup against the Austin Spurs.
Even though Killeya-Jones is no longer listed on the injury list, coach Grant Gibbs decided not to put him in against Austin. The 24-year-old has struggled to find his spot in the rotation, averaging a mere 1.3 points and 2.7 rebounds over 6.1 minutes per night.
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Sacha Killeya-Jones: Doesn't suit up Wednesday
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Killeya-Jones (undisclosed) did not suit up for the Blue's Wednesday night matchup against the Lakeland Magic.
Killeya-Jones has been out for the last month dealing with an undisclosed injury. His timetable to return is still unknown as well. In three games with the Blue, the 24-year-old is averaging 1.3 points and 2.7 rebounds over 6.1 minutes per night.
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Sacha Killeya-Jones: Lands on injured list
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Killeya-Jones was added to the injured list by the Blue on Tuesday.
This move by the Blue likely signals that Killeya-Jones is in line for an extended absence. However, the nature of his injury and the exact timetable for his return is unknown at this time.
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Sacha Killeya-Jones: Cut loose by Thunder
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The Thunder waived Killeya-Jones on Tuesday, Tomer Azarly of ClutchPoints.com reports.
Killeya-Jones inked an Exhibit 10 deal with the Thunder in late July, hoping to land one of the team's final spots. Unfortunately, he didn't do enough to capture one. Still, he figures to log action with the team's G League Oklahoma City Blue affiliate, assuming he doesn't find work with another NBA squad.
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Thunder's Sacha Killeya-Jones: Joins OKC on Exhibit 10
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Killeya-Jones and the Thunder agreed to an Exhibit 10 contract Tuesday, Michael Scotto of USA Today reports.
Killeya-Jones played two collegiate seasons at Kentucky in 2016-17 and 2017-18 before deciding to pursue pro basketball in Europe. He played for Hapoel Galil Gilboa in the Israeli BSL last year, where he averaged 17.1 points, 7.6 rebounds, 1.3 blocks and 1.0 assists in 30.9 minutes. He appeared in six Summer League games this year with the Lakers, where he averaged 6.8 points, 5.0 rebounds, 1.5 blocks and 1.3 assists. The 6-foot-11 forward will join the Thunder for camp and has a strong chance of landing in the G League.
