In a rather uneventful game that was littered with sloppy and inconsistent basketball, the Hawks blew out the Wizards 102-82 in the team's first summer league game of 2012. I know the score doesn't matter, I know these games don't count, so let's get to the real reason why we found ourselves watching: Bradley Beal. The kid started off hot. He showed off his great shooting ability by shooting 4 for 6 from the field including a a three pointer. He showcased some impeccable dribbling skills by maneuvering through various double teams, and found a way to distribute the ball. Simply put, He looked like a player who was drafted 3rd in the draft. Then came the third quarter. A rather unforgettable one for the Wizards first round pick, where he shot 1 for 7 from field and wasn't comfortable. I wouldn't say his game struggled in the 3rd but I think it was just a product of him simply missing shots. You make some, you miss some. He even admitted after the game that t...
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