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We’re about a week into NBA Summer League, which wraps up Sunday, and the action in Vegas has delivered plenty of intrigue on its own. With the basketball world also waiting to see where LeBron James will land next, there’s no shortage of headlines. So before Vegas wraps, here are my observations on all 30 teams from the opening week.
Kingston Flemings, the No. 8 pick, was one of the best playmakers and defenders I saw. Through four games, he’s averaging 6.8 assists, 1.5 steals and 1.2 blocks per game. His shooting hasn’t hit, but between his ball security, leadership and defense, he’s settling in quickly.
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Fellow first-rounder Zuby Ejiofor was also strong defensively, averaging 3 stocks along with 8 points, 9 rebounds and 2.5 assists. Second-year forward Asa Nowell is making steady progress, despite shooting 43.8% across Salt Lake City and Las Vegas.
Hugo González looks ready for a real bump in minutes this season following Jaylen Brown’s departure. Rookie Chris Cenac Jr. has been impressive as a rim protector, swatting nine shots in three games. And shoutout to Dillon Mitchell, who has been so explosive and disruptive on the wing.
Fresh off giving Darius Acuff Jr. hell on Tuesday, Mikel Brown Jr. is the best guard in this class outside Darryn Peterson — motor, IQ, playmaking and defense were on full display across three games, averaging 15.3 points, 4.0 assists and 1.3 steals on 47/44/80 shooting splits in 19.9 minutes per contest in three games.
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Egor Demïn added muscle and looks primed for a leap next season after posting 22-5-4 with 2 steals in 24 minutes across the California Classic and Las Vegas. Ben Saraf and Drake Powell both have a long way to go, even though Powell broke out of his 1-for-28 from the field slump on Tuesday night.
Second-year pro Liam McNeeley was clearly the Hornets’ best player. He improved significantly in the offseason, surprising as a sneaky playmaker and primary scoring option in Vegas. He could make the All-Summer League team. Christian Anderson Jr. and Sion James both underwhelmed, struggling to run the offense and take care of the ball.
Caleb Wilson…
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Author : Dan Titus
Publish date : 2026-07-15 14:40:00
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