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Swedish NBA Rookie Pelle Larsson Shines with 14 Points in Miami Win

Miami's Swedish rookie Pelle Larsson delivered when Philadelphia was defeated with a convincing 118–95 in tonight's NBA. The 24-year-old got to play for 30 minutes and was credited with 14 points, four assists and six rebounds.

Swedish NBA Rookie Pelle Larsson Shines with 14 Points in Miami Win

Star Durant sank Larsson's Miami

The Swedish NBA rookie Pelle Larsson and his Miami had a grip on the away game against Phoenix – leading by 84–69 a bit into the second half. Then the home team came back.

Star Durant sank Larsson's Miami

Two-digit score for Swedish NBA rookie: "A new level"

It's taking off for Pelle Larsson in the NBA. Against Sacramento, the Swedish rookie scored in double figures for the first time during his debut season in Miami.

Two-digit score for Swedish NBA rookie: "A new level"

Larsson: "Want to show the kids that it's possible"

As a Swede, there are this year two new historical talents to keep an eye on in the NBA, Pelle Larsson and Bobi Klintman. I have tried to show that I can stand up to other good players, sink shots and just keep fighting, says Larsson ahead of the season premiere.

Larsson: "Want to show the kids that it's possible"

The duo makes history – drafted to the NBA

During Thursday evening's NBA draft, Swedish basketball history was written. Two Swedes – Bobi Klintman and Pelle Larsson – were both drafted in the second round.

The duo makes history – drafted to the NBA

Frenchman picked first – Swedes have to wait

It was a double French affair at the top in the first round of the NBA draft, which took place overnight on Wednesday. The first pick was French basketball forward Zaccharie Risacher, who was chosen by Atlanta Hawks.

Frenchman picked first – Swedes have to wait

The duo can write Swedish basketball history

Never before have two Swedes been drafted to the NBA in the same year. Now everything suggests that the duo Bobi Klintman and Pelle Larsson are making history.

The duo can write Swedish basketball history