Another Australian in NBA ranks as Mitch Creek signs with Brooklyn Nets
A record 11th Australian is set to suit up in the NBA after former Adelaide 36ers star Mitch Creek signed a 10-day contract with the Brooklyn Nets.
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Mitch Creek’s NBA dream is about to come true after the former Adelaide 36ers star signed a 10-day contract with the Brooklyn Nets.
Creek will become a record 11th Australian to play in the NBA this season, grabbing his chance after injury struck Nets cult figure Spencer Dinwiddie.
After an acrimonious split with the 36ers, the Horsham junior initially missed out on an NBA contract but has been plying his trade with Brooklyn’s G-League affiliate the Long Island Nets.
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He could earn his first NBA start when Brooklyn faces the New York Knicks today.
Creek tweeted after the deal was announced: “Never let anyone tell you you can’t do anything — dream big, work hard and love the process! The work starts now. Huge love to all my friends and anyone else whose supported me.”
ROSTER NEWS: We've signed forward Mitch Creek to a 10-day contract.
— Brooklyn Nets (@BrooklynNets) January 25, 2019
Creek has averaged 14.4 points, 5.4 rebounds and 2.2 assists in 25 games (20 starts) with the @LongIslandNets. pic.twitter.com/nqmZicoqbM
THIS is a reality. ICYMI Mitch Creek has signed a 10-Day Contract with the @BrooklynNets.
— NBL (@NBL) January 25, 2019
What better way to celebrate Australia Day than with another Aussie in the NBA 🇦🇺ðŸ€ðŸ“ˆ
Creek is expected make his debut against the NY Knicks at 11:30am AEDT today: https://t.co/PfGV637vtH pic.twitter.com/IjZmWfxyFr
Never let anyone tell you you can’t do anything - dream big, work hard and love the process!
— Mitchell Creek (@CreekMitchell) January 25, 2019
The work starts now. Huge love to all my fans, friends and anyone else whose supported me!
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Creek mixes a blend of athleticism with a dogged determination typical of Aussie players.
Creek, who has signed to play with NBL expansion side South East Melbourne Phoenix next season, will use his chance to push for an extended deal with the Nets.
👋 @CreekMitchell pic.twitter.com/pVOhHe1IpK
— Brooklyn Nets (@BrooklynNets) January 25, 2019
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