Brooklyn Nets rookie Ben Saraf has drawn a considerable amount of hype at training camp. With Egor Demin sidelined by a foot injury , the Israeli floor general is battling with fellow rookie Nolan Traore for Brooklyn's starting point guard spot.

Saraf appears to be the favorite in the race, earning the starting point guard nod during Saturday's preseason opener. He posted nine points on 4-of-6 shooting with six assists and one turnover while finishing a team-best +25 during a 123-88 win over Hapoel Jerusalem

“Ben plays like a veteran,” said head coach Jordi Fernandez. “He was good with the ball, taking care of the ball, which, at times in camp, was something that he hadn't been as good at. But six [assists] to one [turnover], nine points, plus-25. For whatever it's worth, he's the b

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