Maurice Baker of the Dakota Wizards yesterday was named D-League.com Performer of the Week for games played during the week of Jan. 14. In four games, Baker averaged 23.5 points, 7.5 rebounds, and 3.5 assists while leading the Wizards to a 3-1 record.

The 6-1 guard began the week with a career-high 41 points, including 17-of-17 from the free throw line, in a win over the Iowa Energy at the 2008 D-League Showcase in Boise, Idaho. Baker returned to Showcase action on Wednesday and scored 27 points and grabbed a career-high-tying 15 rebounds in a win against Rio Grande Valley. For his efforts during the week, Baker earned a spot on the All-D-League Showcase First Team. For the week, Baker shot 56 percent (31-of-55) from the field and 91 percent (30-of-33) from the free throw line.

Via RealGM Staff Report

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