Cleveland Cavaliers rookie guard Tyrese Proctor hosted a back-to-school shopping spree on Tuesday, aimed at benefiting the local youth in Avon, Ohio.
Proctor appeared at a Dick’s Sports Goods, passing out gift cards to a small group of kids from the Cleveland Police Athletic League. He assisted them as they navigated the aisles throughout the store, searching for various merchandise and clothing.
The offseason period is an excellent opportunity for incoming rookies to become familiar with their respective markets and communities. Proctor had the chance to help out on Tuesday and likely picked up a few new fans in the process.
Proctor was a third-team All-ACC selection last season at Duke, averaging 12.4 points, three rebounds and 2.2 assists on 40.5% shooting from 3-point range as a junior. He led the Blue Devils with 89 3-pointers, ranking third in the conference.
The 49th pick debuted with the Cavaliers in the NBA Summer League, averaging 17.2 points, 3.8 assists, three rebounds and 1.2 steals in four games. He finished off his stay with a 35-point performance on July 16, the third-highest output by a player in Las Vegas.
Proctor reportedly signed a four-year, $8.69 million contract with the Cavaliers on July 1. The first two years are guaranteed on the contract, which includes a significant guarantee in the third year and a team option in the fourth year.