Morez Johnson Jr. scores first points in preseason debut

The 6-foot-9 rookie debuted against Houston in Macao.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 47m1 min read

9th overall pick Morez Johnson Jr. has his first points in his NBA preseason debut! 📺 NBA China Games 2026 on NBA TV ht Via @NBA on X

What happened: Ninth overall pick Morez Johnson Jr. recorded his first points during his preseason debut at the NBA China Games. The rookie took the floor against the Houston Rockets for his first unofficial professional action.

Why it matters: The exhibition minutes offer an initial evaluation of how the prospect's physical tools translate to the professional level. His frontcourt development remains a key focus for the rotation ahead of the 2026-27 regular season.

By the numbers: The rookie forward enters the league featuring a 7-foot-4 wingspan at a listed height of 6-foot-9.

What to watch: The coaching staff will continue to monitor his on-court integration throughout the remaining preseason schedule.

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@NBA 2026-10-09T12:50:06.015770+00:00

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