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The Dunker Spot: November 9

Will Riley’s uneven minutes, the Bosna–Cluj finish, and the night Orange Hush welcomed John Groce.

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Nov 09, 2026
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Will Riley scored seven points in fewer than nine minutes Friday night. The next night, he got more than twenty minutes. That sounds like a nice little progression until you notice Washington lost the second game by 39.

There’s something worth following here. We just need to keep the two nights in context.

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Will’s minutes are still moving around

Riley went 3-for-4 from the floor, including his only three-point attempt, in Washington’s November 6 loss at Atlanta. Seven points in 8:55 is a useful contribution when the chances are that limited.

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