By: Jake Weiner
The Swish
The NBA2K24 Summer League is off to a great start. But although we do not get to see the usual NBA all-stars like LeBron James and Stephen Curry, we do get a first look at young up-and-comers and NBA rookies. We saw Victor Wembanyama play a couple of games before ending his summer league season. We also have seen players that missed the prior season like Chet Holmgren of the Oklahoma City Thunder. We will now give an in-depth report on each team in the NBA with players that will be on the NBA roster, surprises, and players who have not been playing to their expectations.
PHILADELPHIA 76ERS
The 76ers have played a total of 4 games so far with a very unique roster that includes players such as Azoulas Tubelis, Rickey Council IV, and even some older players like Louis King. They have tallied a 1-3 record with a win versus the Jazz and losses to the Hawks, Clippers and Mavericks.
WHO WILL MAKE THE NBA ROSTER:
Filip Petrusev - F - Gonzaga - 6'11 / 235 lbs - 4th year
Jaden Springer - G - Tennessee - 6'4 / 202 lbs - 4th year
STAT LEADERS:
PPG:
Jaden Springer - 26.0
Terquavion Smith - 17.0
Javonte Smart - 15.33
RPG:
Greg Brown III - 5.0
Javonte Smart - 5.0 Rickey Council IV - 4.7
AST:
Javonte Smart - 5.70
Terquavion Smith - 4.70
Jaden Springer - 2.50
TAKEAWAYS:
This roster has played some good basketball so far with some elite scoring from Jaden Springer and Terquavion Smith. If we had to pick a team MVP it would be Jaden Springer who could get some minutes this season in the NBA. Filip Petrusev has been impressive with very efficient numbers and great interior defense. Although Javonte Smart has been putting up high scoring and assist numbers, he has been incredibly inconsistent with very low +/- per game numbers in the low negatives and will most likely be put on a two-way deal. Our most surprising player is Jordan Tucker who has been very efficient when playing.
BOSTON CELTICS
The Celtics have played a total of 4 games so far with a unique roster that includes players such as Jordan Walsh, JD Davidson, and even some older players like Jay Scrubb and Udoka Azubuike. They have tallied a 1-3 record with a win versus the Lakers and losses to the Knicks, Wizards, and Heat.
WHO WILL MAKE THE NBA ROSTER:
Jordan Walsh - F - Arkansas - 6'7 / 205 lbs - 1st year
Jay Scrubb - G - John A. Logan College - 6'5 / 220 lbs - 4th year
Udoka Azubuike - C - Kansas - 6'11 / 270 lbs - 4th year
STAT LEADERS:
PPG:
Jordan Walsh - 18.33
Jay Scrubb - 16.66
Justin Champagne - 12.66
RPG: Justin Champagne - 10.0
Udoka Azubuike - 7.66
Jordan Walsh - 5.0
AST:
JD Davidson - 8.66
Justin Champagne - 3.33
Jordan Walsh - 1.66
TAKEAWAYS:
The Celtics have been scoring at a high number with good defense to go along with it so far in the NBA Summer League Season. Jordan Walsh has proved to be a very scrappy and effective wing/forward and will see minutes this upcoming NBA season. Justin Champagne has been an all-around player with also the highest +/- numbers and big man Udoka Azubuike has been playing great defense and will see time in the NBA this season. Our MVP for the Celtics goes to Justin Champagne with Jordan Walsh as his co-MVP.
NEW YORK KNICKS
The Knicks have played a total of 4 games so far with a unique roster that includes players such as DaQuan Jeffries, Trevor Keels, and even some older players like Isaiah Roby. They have tallied a 2-2 record with a win versus the Celtics and Magic, and losses to the Nets and 76ers.
WHO WILL MAKE THE NBA ROSTER:
Trevor Keels - G - Duke - 6'4 / 221 lbs - 2nd year
Isaiah Roby - F - Nebraska - 6'8 / 230 lbs - 5th year
DaQuan Jeffries - G - Tulsa & Oral Roberts - 6'5 / 222 lbs - 5th year
(MAYBE/2-WAY)**Charlie Brown Jr - G/F - Saint Josephs - 6'6 / 199 lbs - 5th year**
STAT LEADERS:
PPG:
DaQuan Jeffries - 20.0
Charlie Brown - 17.33
Jaylen Martin - 13.0
RPG: Dmytro Skapintsev - 6.33
Charlie Brown - 6.0
Michael Foster - 5.66
AST:
Marcus Garrett - 4.33
Jaylen Martin - 3.33
Michael Foster - 2.66
TAKEAWAYS:
The Knicks have been decent this Summer League with some bright spots on their roster. Although they have no 2023 drafted rookies, they have former high draft picks like Trevor Keels and Isaiah Roby and some real shockers like the outstanding performances from Charlie Brown and Marcus Garrett. Our MVP for the Knicks goes to Charlie Brown.
BROOKLYN NETS
The Nets have played a total of 4 games so far with a unique roster that includes players such as Noah Clowney, Jalen Wilson, and even some older players like David Duke and Armoni Brooks. They have tallied a 3-1 record with wins versus the Knicks, Raptors, and Bucks and a loss to the Cavaliers.
WHO WILL MAKE THE NBA ROSTER:
David Duke Jr - G - Providence - 6'4 / 205 lbs - 3rd year
Noah Clowney - F - Alabama - 6''10 / 210 lbs - 1st year
Jalen Wilson - F - Kansas - 6'8 / 225 lbs - 1st year
(MAYBE/2-WAY)**Kennedy Chandler - G - Tennessee- 6'1 / 170 lbs - 2nd year**
(MAYBE/2-WAY)**Armoni Brooks - G - Houston - 6'3 / 195 lbs - 5th year**
STAT LEADERS:
PPG:
David Duke Jr - 17.50
Armoni Brooks - 16.75
Jalen Wilson - 16.50
RPG: Jalen Wilson - 7.0
Noah Clowney - 6.30
David Duke Jr - 5.80
AST:
Kennedy Chandler - 5.0
David Duke Jr - 3.33
Jalen Wilson - 2.33
TAKEAWAYS:
The Nets have been amazing so far in the summer league and they have roared to a 3-1 record. David Duke Jr leads in scoring and Jalen Wilson has been an all-around threat. Kennedy Chandler has been shooting well with veteran Armoni Brooks as well. Our MVP for the Nets is tied between Jalen Wilson and David Duke Jr.
TORONTO RAPTORS
The Raptors have played a total of 4 games so far with a unique roster that includes players such as Noah Clowney, Jalen Wilson, and even some older players like David Duke and Armoni Brooks. They have tallied a 3-1 record with wins versus the Knicks, Raptors, and Bucks and a loss to the Cavaliers.
WHO WILL MAKE THE NBA ROSTER:
Gradey Dick - G - Kansas - 6'8 / 205 lbs - 1st year
Moses Brown - C - Alabama - 7''2 / 245 lbs - 5th year
(MAYBE/2-WAY)**Mouhamadou Gueye - F - Pittsburgh- 6'9 / 210 lbs - 2nd year**
(MAYBE/2-WAY)**Ron Harper Jr - G - Rutgers - 6'5 / 245 lbs - 2nd year**
STAT LEADERS:
PPG:
Gradey Dick - 14.33
Ron Harper - 12.0
Moses Brown - 11.33
RPG: Moses Brown - 7.33
Gradey Dick - 6.33
Darryl Morsell - 5.33
AST:
Marquis Nowell - 5.0
Ahmad Caver - 4.0
Gradey Dick - 3.0
TAKEAWAYS:
The Raptors have dominated the summer league so far and Gradey Dick has been leading them alongside big man Moses Brown and Ron Harper Jr. Dick will have an immediate impact on the Raptors NBA roster and Brown will make the roster as well. Draft pick Gueye and second-year man Ron Harper Jr may get some action as well. Our MVP for the Raptors is Gradey Dick.
MILWAUKEE BUCKS
The Bucks have played a total of 4 games so far with a unique roster that includes players such as MarJon Beauchamp, Andre Jackson Jr, and even some older players like Nico Mannion. They have tallied a 2-2 record with wins versus the Nuggets and Suns, and losses to the Nets and Heat.
WHO WILL MAKE THE NBA ROSTER:
Andre Jackson Jr - G/F - UConn - 6'6 / 210 lbs - 1st year
MarJon Beauchamp - F - Yakima - 6''7 / 199 lbs - 2nd year
(MAYBE/2-WAY)**Chris Livingston - F - Kentucky- 6'6 / 220 lbs - 1st year**
(MAYBE/2-WAY)**Nico Manion - G - Arizona - 6'3 / 190 lbs - 4th year**
STAT LEADERS:
PPG:
MarJon Beauchamp - 13.33
Lindell Wiggington - 13.0
Tyler Cook - 9.33
RPG: Andre Jackson Jr - 7.0
Chris Livingston - 6.0
Tyler Cook - 4.8
AST:
Nico Mannion - 4.33
Andre Jackson Jr - 2.8
MarJon Beauchamp - 2.0
TAKEAWAYS:
The Bucks have had a solid summer league with some good performances from rookie Andre Jackson Jr, former Golden State Warrior Nico Mannion, top recruit Chris Livingston, and former undrafted signing MarJon Beauchamp. Jackson Jr is an all-around NBA talent with super high upside and Beauchamp will likely see some minutes this season as well. Livingston has the potential to be a great player, but most likely, he will be in the G-League. Our MVP for the Bucks is Andre Jackson Jr.
CLEVELAND CAVALIERS
The Cavaliers have played a total of 4 games so far with a unique roster that includes players such as Emoni Bates, Isaiah Mobley, and even some older players like Sam Merrill. They have tallied a 4-0 record with wins versus the Nets, Raptors, Grizzlies, and Bulls.
WHO WILL MAKE THE NBA ROSTER:
Emoni Bates - G/F - Memphis & Eastern Michigan - 6'9 / 190 lbs - 1st year
Sam Merrill - G - Utah State - 6'4 / 205 lbs - 4th year
(MAYBE/2-WAY)**Isaiah Mobley - F - USC- 6'8 / 238 lbs - 2nd year**
STAT LEADERS:
PPG:
Sam Merrill - 18.70
Emoni Bates - 16.0
Isaiah Mobley - 14.0
RPG: Isaiah Mobley - 8.0
Khalifa Diop - 8.0
Craig Porter Jr - 7.0
AST:
Isaiah Mobley - 4.80
Craig Porter Jr - 4.30
Sharife Cooper - 3.30
TAKEAWAYS:
The Cavaliers have been phenomenal this NBA summer league and Emoni Bates and Evan Mobleys' brother Isaiah have been leading the charge. Some surprise players like Craig Porter Jr and Sharife Cooper have shown some highlights. Additionally, Mobley and Bates will be getting NBA action and Bates has the potential to have a significant role this season. Our MVP for the Cavaliers is Isaiah Mobley.
CHICAGO BULLS
The Bulls have played a total of 4 games so far with a unique roster that includes players such as Adama Sanogo, JaVon Freeman-Liberty, and even some older players like Dalen Terry. They have tallied a 2-2 record with a win versus the Raptors and Kings, and losses to the Grizzlies and Cavaliers.
WHO WILL MAKE THE NBA ROSTER:
Adama Sanogo - F/C - UConn - 6'9 / 245 lbs - 1st year
Dalen Terry - F - Arizona - 6'7 / 195 lbs - 2nd year
Julian Phillips - F - Tennessee - 6'8 / 200 lbs - 1st year
(MAYBE/2-WAY)**Javon Freeman-Liberty - G - Depaul - 6'4 / 185 lbs - 1st year**
STAT LEADERS:
PPG:
Javon Freeman-Liberty - 20.50
Nate Darling - 13.0
Dalen Terry - 10.80
RPG: Adama Sanogo - 8.30
Dalen Terry - 5.0
Henri Drell - 4.50
AST:
Yago Dos Santos - 4.70
Javon Freeman-Liberty - 4.30
Dalen Terry - 3.50
TAKEAWAYS:
The Bulls have been decent so far and Javon Freeman-Liberty has been showing why he should be on the NBA roster. Although he might not make it, he has scored very efficiently and passed the ball well. Adama Sanogo showed why he should have been drafted and will make the NBA roster. Our MVP for the Bulls is Javon Freeman-Liberty.
INDIANA PACERS
The Pacers have played a total of 3 games so far with a unique roster that includes players such as Andrew Nembhard, Jarace Walker, Benedict Mathurin, and even some older players like Robert Woodard II. They have tallied a 2-1 record with a win versus the Wizards and Magic, and a loss to the Thunder.
WHO WILL MAKE THE NBA ROSTER:
Bennedict Mathurin - G - Arizona - 6'6 / 210 lbs - 2nd year
Andrew Nembhard - F - Florida & Gonzaga - 6'5 / 193 lbs - 2nd year
Jarace Walker - F - Houston - 6'8 / 235 lbs - 1st year
Isaiah Jackson - F - Kentucky - 6'9 / 205 lbs - 3rd year
(MAYBE/2-WAY)**Isaiah Wong - G - Miami - 6'4 / 185 lbs - 1st year**
STAT LEADERS:
PPG:
Bennedict Mathurin - 22.0
Andrew Nembhard - 17.50
Isaiah Jackson - 17.0
RPG: Isaiah Jackson - 12.50
Jarace Walker - 8.70
Robert Woodard II - 8.0
AST:
Andrew Nembhard - 7.50
Jarace Walker - 3.70
Benedict Mathurin - 3.0
TAKEAWAYS:
The Pacers have almost had an NBA-caliber lineup in the summer league led by a former rookie of the year winner in Bennedict Mathurin and Andrew Nembhard and Isaiah Jackson alongside him, as well as top draft pick Jarace Walker. Lots of these players will make the Pacers' NBA roster as well. Our MVP for the Pacers is Bennedict Mathurin.
DETROIT PISTONS
The Pistons have played a total of 4 games so far with a unique roster that includes players such as Jalen Duren, Jaden Ivey, Ausar Thompson, and even some older players like James Wiseman. They have tallied a 3-1 record with a win versus the Magic, Raptors, and Magic, and a loss to the Rockets.
WHO WILL MAKE THE NBA ROSTER:
Jalen Duren - F - Memphis - 6'11 / 250 lbs - 2nd year
Jaden Ivey - G - Purdue - 6'4 / 200 lbs - 2nd year
James Wiseman - C - Memphis - 7'0 / 240 lbs - 4th year
Ausar Thompson - F - G League Ignite - 6'7 / 215 lbs - 1st year
(MAYBE/2-WAY)**Marcus Sasser - G - Houston - 6'2 / 195 lbs - 1st year**
STAT LEADERS:
PPG:
Jalen Duren - 20.0
Jaden Ivey - 18.0
James Wiseman - 16.50
RPG: James Wiseman - 10.50
Ausar Thompson - 10.0
Jalen Duren - 9.0
AST:
Jaden Ivey - 7.0
Ausar Thompson - 3.50
Xavier Simpson - 3.0
TAKEAWAYS:
The Pistons have been using half of their current NBA lineup this summer league and obviously, it has worked out well. James Wisemen is showing great potential along with Ausar Thompson and Jalen Duren. Jaden Ivey has been passing and scoring at high efficiency as well. Our MVP goes to Jaden Ivey.
ATLANTA HAWKS
The Hawks have played a total of 4 games so far with a unique roster that includes players such as Tyrese Martin, AJ Griffin, Kobe Bufkin, and even some older players like Mfiondu Kabengele. They have tallied a 3-1 record with a win versus the Nuggets, Timberwolves, and 76ers, and a loss to the Kings.
WHO WILL MAKE THE NBA ROSTER:
Tyrese Martin - G/F - UConn - 6'6 / 215 lbs - 2nd year
Mouhamed Gueye - C - Washington State - 6'11 / 210 lbs - 2nd year
AJ Griffin - G/F - Duke - 6'6 / 220 lbs - 2nd year
Kobe Bufkin - G - Michigan - 6'5 / 195 lbs - 1st year
(MAYBE/2-WAY)**Seth Lundy - G - Tennessee - 6'6 / 219 lbs - 1st year**
STAT LEADERS:
PPG:
Tyrese Martin - 15.30
Brady Manek - 13.30
Kobe Bufkin - 13.0
RPG: Tyrese Martin - 6.30
Mouhamed Gueye - 6.30
AJ Griffin - 6.0
AST:
Vit Krejci - 5.50
Kobe Bufkin - 4.30
Miles Norris - 3.30
TAKEAWAYS:
The Hawks have been great. sofar with Tyrese Martin and AJ Griffin leading them along with rookie Mouhamed Gueye and unlikely NBA scorer Bradey Manek out of UNC. Martin has proved to be an athletic NBA wing and Griffin has shot better than ever. Gueye will see time in the NBA and Seth Lundy will develop in the G-League. Our MVP goes to Tyrese Martin.
MIAMI HEAT
The Heat have played a total of 4 games so far with a unique roster that includes players such as Nikola Jovic, Orlando Robinson, Dru Smith, and even some older players like Jamal Cain. They have tallied a 2-2 record with a win versus the Celtics and Bucks, and losses to the Nuggets and Suns.
WHO WILL MAKE THE NBA ROSTER:
Orlando Robinson - F/C - Fresno State - 6'10 / 235 lbs - 2nd year
Jamal Cain - G - Marquette & Oakland - 6'6 / 191 lbs - 2nd year
Nikola Jovic - F - Serbia - 6'10 / 205 lbs - 2nd year
(MAYBE/2-WAY)**Dru Smith - G - Evansville & Missouri - 6'3 / 203 lbs - 3rd year**
STAT LEADERS:
PPG:
Orlando Robinson - 25.30
Jamal Cain - 15.30
Jamaree Bouyea - 12.0
RPG: Orlando Robinson - 9.30
Jamaree Bouyea - 6.30
Jamal Cain - 5.30
AST:
Jamaree Bouyea - 7.0
Dru Smith - 5.30
Orlando Robinson - 3.0
TAKEAWAYS:
The Heat have played decent so far led by young big men Orlando Robinson and Nikola Jovic. Surprisingly, Jamaree Bouyea has played fairly well and Jamal Cain has proved to be a lethal shooter. Dru Smith has progressed nicely and will once again be in the G-League this season. Our MVP is Orlando Robinson.
WASHINGTON WIZARDS
The Wizards have played a total of 4 games so far with a unique roster that includes players such as Johnny Davis, Bilal Coulibaly, Tristan Vukcevic, and even some older players like Ryan Rollins. They have tallied a 2-2 record with a win versus the Celtics and Thunder, and losses to the Spurs and Pacers.
WHO WILL MAKE THE NBA ROSTER:
Johnny Davis - G - Wisconsin - 6'4 / 195 lbs - 2nd year
Ryan Rollins - G - Toledo - 6'3 / 180 lbs - 2nd year
Bilal Coulibaly - F - France - 6'6 / 195 lbs - 1st year
Tristan Vukcevic - C - Serbia - 7'0 / 230 lbs - 1st year
(MAYBE/2-WAY)**Patrick Baldwin Jr - F - Milwaukee - 6'9 / 220 lbs - 2nd year**
STAT LEADERS:
PPG:
Johnny Davis - 16.3
Ryan Rollins - 14.0
Xavier Cooks - 13.50
RPG: Xavier Cooks - 8.50
Tristan Vukcevic - 6.0
Osun Osunniyi - 6.0
AST:
Ryan Rollins - 5.0
Quenton Jackson - 3.0
Johnny Davis - 2.80
TAKEAWAYS:
The Wizards have played decently so far this summer league and that is all thanks to Johnny Davis finally improving. Bilal Coulibaly showed why he was a top-draft pick with his lengthy wingspan and insane dunks. Xavier Cooks has been playing well and big man Tristan Vukcevic out of Serbia has been defending well. Our MVP is Johnny Davis.
ORLANDO MAGIC
The Magic have played a total of 4 games so far with a unique roster that includes players such as Anthony Black, Jett Howard, Caleb Houstan, and even some older players like Devon Harris. They have tallied a 0-4 record with losses to the Pistons, Pacers, Knicks, and Blazers.
WHO WILL MAKE THE NBA ROSTER:
Anthony Black - G - Arkansas - 6'7 / 200 lbs - 2nd year
Jett Howard - G/F - Michigan - 6'8 / 215 lbs - 1st year
Caleb Houstan - G - Michigan - 6'8 / 205 lbs - 2nd year
(MAYBE/2-WAY)**Kevon Harris - G/F - Stephen F. Austin - 6'6 / 216 lbs - 4th year**
(MAYBE/2-WAY)**DJ Wilson - F - Michigan - 6'10 / 231 lbs - 7th year**
STAT LEADERS:
PPG:
Kevon Harris - 21.0
Caleb Houstan - 15.0
Jett Howard - 13.30
RPG: Anthony Black - 8.70
Au'Diese Toney - 6.0
Kevon Harris - 6.0
AST:
Anthony Black - 4.0
Jett Howard - 3.30
Quindary Weatherspoon - 2.80
TAKEAWAYS:
The Magic have been terrible so far, but they have shown some improvements as of the last two games. Anthony Black has been out of this world and plays like a more athletic Josh Giddey. Young undrafted second-year man Kevon Harris has been scoring at will and first-round picks like Jett Howard, Caleb Houstan, and even 7th-year man DJ Wilson have all been solid. Our MVP is Anthony Black with a special Most Improved Award to Kevon Harris.
CHARLOTTE HORNETS
The Hornets have played a total of 4 games so far with a unique roster that includes players such as Nick Smith Jr, James Nnaji, Brandon Miller, and even some older players like Bryce McGowens and James Bouknight. They have tallied a 0-4 record with losses versus the Spurs, Lakers, Blazers, and Pelicans.
WHO WILL MAKE THE NBA ROSTER:
Brandon Miller - F - Alabama - 6'9 / 201 lbs - 1st year
James Bouknight - G - UConn - 6'4 / 190 lbs - 3rd year
Nick Smith Jr - G - Arkansas - 6'5 / 185 lbs - 1st year
Kai Jones - F/C - G League Ignite - 6'11 / 221 lbs - 3rd year
(MAYBE/2-WAY)**James Nnaji - C - Nigeria - 6'11 / 226 lbs - 1st year**
(MAYBE/2-WAY)**Bryce McGowens - G - Nebraska - 6'6 / 185 lbs - 2nd year**
STAT LEADERS:
PPG:
Brandon Miller - 17.30
Nick Smith Jr - 15.0
James Bouknight - 13.50
RPG: Brandon Miller - 8.30
James Nnaji - 7.50
Kai Jones - 6.70
AST:
Nick Smith Jr - 3.0
Kobie Simmons - 3.0
Brandon Miller - 2.30
TAKEAWAYS:
The Hornets have been awful so far despite a bunch of young players playing well. Their defense has been atrocious, but Kai Jones has been a good rim protector. Second-overall pick Brandon Miller has been terrible at fouling but has scored very well. James Bouknight has been playmaking very well and James Nnaji has been solid. Nick Smith Jr has been amazing and showed why he should have been drafted earlier. Our MVP is Brandon Miller. Our Most Surprising Award is Nick Smith Jr
MORE TO COME SOON!!!
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