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Xavier Cooks Dailyn Swain struggles in summer league debut
Fri, Jul 10, 2026, 4:44 PM
Dailyn Swain accumulated seven points (3-of-10 FGs, 1-of-1 FTs), four rebounds, three assists and one steal in Friday's loss to the Grizzlies.
Analysis: While Caleb Wilson put forth a historic performance in the Bulls' summer opener, fellow first-round pick Swain struggled. Memphis' perimeter defenders consistently got into the rookie's body, making it challenging for Swain to handle the ball. The good news is that the inefficient shooting did not carry over into the ball control, as Swain committed just two turnovers. He'll look to bounce back on Monday when the Bulls face the Jazz in their second game in Las Vegas. |
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Taylor Hendricks Taylor Hendricks rejects four shots vs. Chicago
Fri, Jul 10, 2026, 4:36 PM
Taylor Hendricks produced 10 points (3-of-9 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), five rebounds, one assist and four blocks in Friday's win over the Bulls.
Analysis: While he didn't offer much offensively on Friday, the Grizzlies had to be encouraged by Hendricks' four blocked shots. And the defensive end of the floor is where he may prove most valuable once the regular season begins. With Jaren Jackson Jr. no longer in the picture, getting shot-blocking from Hendricks and the offseason acquisition Isaiah Stewart would help offset Trip's February exit. |
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Xavier Cooks Cameron Boozer scores team-high 23 points vs. CHI
Fri, Jul 10, 2026, 4:20 PM
Cameron Boozer recorded 23 points (7-of-12 FGs, 5-of-5 FTs), six rebounds, four assists, one steal, one block and one three-pointer in Friday's win over the Bulls.
Analysis: Chicago's Caleb Wilson may have stolen the show in the matchup of the top-5 draft picks, but Boozer had an excellent game in his own right. The rookie forward led five Grizzlies starters in double figures, with the lone negative being his four turnovers. They haven't shared the floor in an official game yet, but Boozer already appears to have established good chemistry with Cedric Coward, which bodes well for the Grizzlies moving forward. Since Boozer also played in Salt Lake City, he may not play every game in Las Vegas. |
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Xavier Cooks Caleb Wilson goes for 35 points in summer debut
Fri, Jul 10, 2026, 4:17 PM
Caleb Wilson tallied 35 points (12-of-21 FGs, 2-of-6 FTs), five rebounds, two steals, three blocks and seven three-pointers in Friday's loss to the Grizzlies.
Analysis: What a night for Wilson, who set the NBA record for most points in a summer league debut. While there were some negatives, most notably the six turnovers, Wilson's shot-making ability was highly impressive. He shot 7-of-11 from beyond the arc, including one as time expired. Given his perimeter shooting struggles during his lone season at North Carolina, it would be a game-changer for Wilson and the Bulls if he can consistently hit those shots once the games count. |
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Xavier Cooks Joshua Jefferson (ankle) could make debut Saturday
Fri, Jul 10, 2026, 3:02 PM
Brian Lewis
Nets summer league head coach Dutch Gaitley said Friday that he hopes Joshua Jefferson will make his debut on Saturday.
Analysis: Jefferson injured his ankle during the second round of the NCAA tournament and did not play in any of the Nets' games in Salt Lake City or Friday's win over the Knicks in Las Vegas. Despite not even participating in team practices, there is hope that the 6-foot-8 forward from Iowa State will make his summer debut on Saturday against the Hawks. Jefferson can do a little bit of everything at the forward position, which is why he worked his way into the first round of last month's draft. |
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Xavier Cooks Trevon Brazile corrals 11 rebounds in summer debut
Fri, Jul 10, 2026, 2:54 PM
Trevon Brazile tallied five points (2-of-8 FGs), 11 rebounds, one steal and one three-pointer in Friday's loss to the Rockets.
Analysis: Brazile made his first summer league appearance on Friday, and he struggled to finish around the basket. The former Arkansas forward/center shot 2-of-7 from two, but he was active on the boards with a game-high 11 rebounds. Like fellow rookie Bryce Hopkins, Brazile has not finalized a contract as the Nuggets attend to other affairs, most notably Peyton Watson's restricted free agency. With DaRon Holmes II a full year removed from his Achilles tear and Zeke Nnaji yet to pan out, there may be opportunities for Brazile off the bench, mainly as a defender and rebounder. |
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Xavier Cooks Bryce Hopkins produces 24 points, five 'stocks'
Fri, Jul 10, 2026, 2:51 PM
Bryce Hopkins amassed 24 points (9-of-13 FGs, 3-of-6 FTs), four rebounds, three steals, two blocks and one three-pointer in Friday's loss to the Rockets.
Analysis: The 49th overall pick in the 2026 draft, Hopkins' contract status for next season has yet to be finalized. With the Nuggets still waiting out the situation involving restricted free agent Peyton Watson, summer league takes on added importance for Hopkins as he looks to earn a standard contract or a two-way deal. Friday's performance should help, as the former St. John's standout shot over 50 percent from the field and was active on defense. Given his experience at the college level, Hopkins may be better equipped to help the Nuggets immediately, who remain contenders with Nikola Joki? and Jamal Murray on the roster. |
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Xavier Cooks Bruce Thornton goes for 27 points in summer debut
Fri, Jul 10, 2026, 2:43 PM
Bruce Thornton accounted for 27 points (7-of-18 FGs, 7-of-7 FTs), three rebounds, three assists, three steals and three three-pointers in Friday's win over the Nuggets.
Analysis: The 31st overall pick in last month's draft, Thornton was given a guaranteed deal by the Rockets. The rookie guard repaid that faith in his summer debut, going for a game-high 27 points. Thornton did a little bit of everything, and he committed just one turnover in his 35 minutes. The Rockets strengthened their backcourt rotation by signing Marcus Smart in free agency, so earning consistent rotation minutes could be a challenge for Thornton. However, while undersized, he's a tough, competitive guard who can add value when on the floor. |
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Xavier Cooks Tyler Nickel hits six triples in summer debut
Fri, Jul 10, 2026, 2:12 PM
Tyler Nickel finished Friday's loss to the Nets with 18 points (6-of-11 FGs), four rebounds and six three-pointers.
Analysis: One of the best three-point shooters in the 2026 draft class, Nickel showcased his perimeter prowess in his summer debut. The former Vanderbilt wing shot 6-of-10 from beyond the arc on Friday, standing out on a day when his Knicks teammates combined to go 3-of-29 from three. With the Knicks' perimeter rotation returning for another title run, Nickel faces long odds of consistently cracking Mike Brown's rotation. However, if last season indicated anything, it's that Brown is willing to give everyone a chance throughout the season. |
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Xavier Cooks Mikel Brown Jr. scores 20 in blowout victory
Fri, Jul 10, 2026, 1:55 PM
Mikel Brown Jr. recorded 20 points (6-of-12 FGs, 3-of-3 FTs), one rebound, three assists, two steals, one block and three three-pointers in Friday's win over the Knicks.
Analysis: Playing in just his second basketball game since February, Brown got going in the second half of Friday's 91-65 victory. With future teammates Michael Porter Jr. and Julius Randle sitting courtside, the rookie guard scored 16 points after halftime as the Nets pulled away. Just as encouraging for the Nets is that Brown played well alongside Egor Dëmin, who also put up 20 points in the rout. As Brown gets more game reps, he brings a level of athleticism and skill the Nets lacked at point guard last season. |
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Victor Wembanyama Spurs, Victor Wembanyama agree to 5-year extension
Fri, Jul 10, 2026, 12:56 PM
Paul Garcia
The Spurs and Victor Wembanyama agreed to a five-year, $252 million contract extension.
Analysis: Wembanyama qualified for a five-year max extension worth 30 percent of the Spurs' salary cap, but his decision to go with a max that takes up 25 percent of the cap gives the team a little more flexibility. The 7-foot-4 phenom helped lead San Antonio to the NBA Finals this season, and at 22, Wemby still hasn't reached his full potential. Friday's news will remove any potential financial drama, and the Spurs can now focus on taking care of Stephon Castle and Dylan Harper in the coming years. Fantasy-wise, Wembanyama is right there with Nikola Joki? and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander as the most valuable players regardless of league format. |
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Tyler Herro Tyler Herro, Bam Adebayo involved in altercation
Fri, Jul 10, 2026, 12:44 PM
NBC Sports
According to multiple reports that have since been verified by their respective teams, Tyler Herro and Bam Adebayo got into a physical altercation on Friday morning in Las Vegas.
Analysis: Once teammates, Herro was traded to Milwaukee as part of the deal that sent Giannis Antetokounmpo to Miami. According to reports, Adebayo took issue with some of the things Herro said on social media in the aftermath of the trade, and the situation came to a head on a practice court at the Resorts World Casino in Las Vegas. Adebayo reportedly struck Herro in the face, but it's unclear whether the NBA or NBPA will open an investigation into the incident. |
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Xavier Cooks Meleek Thomas scores 20 in Cavaliers summer debut
Fri, Jul 10, 2026, 12:39 PM
Meleek Thomas shot 7-of-15 from the field and 2-of-2 from the foul line in Friday's loss to the Pacers, scoring 20 points with five rebounds, three assists, one steal and two three-pointers.
Analysis: Making his first appearance of the summer, Thomas shot the ball well, showing off the scoring ability that made some consider him a candidate to be selected in the first round. Of course, the former Arkansas guard slipped to the 34th overall pick, but the Cavaliers did not hesitate to sign him to a standard contract. With the Cavaliers losing Dean Wade and Keon Ellis in free agency and limited money to replenish their bench, Thomas may be able to earn rotation minutes as a rookie. |
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Micah Potter Trail Blazers claim Micah Potter off waivers
Fri, Jul 10, 2026, 12:17 PM
NBA Transactions
Trail Blazers claimed Micah Potter off waivers.
Analysis: Two days after being waived by the Pacers, Potter has found a new home. He appeared in 47 games for the Pacers last season, averaging 9.7 points, 5.0 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 1.5 three-pointers in 19.3 minutes. With Donovan Clingan and Robert Williams III on the roster, Potter will find it challenging to get the minutes needed for fantasy relevance. |
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Xavier Cooks Nate Ament plays 17 minutes in summer debut
Fri, Jul 10, 2026, 12:06 PM
Nate Ament tallied six points (3-of-7 FGs), three rebounds and two assists in Friday's loss to the Heat.
Analysis: The 13th overall pick in last month's draft, Ament did not play in any of Milwaukee's California Classic games as his contract was being finalized. Having last appeared in a competitive game during the Elite 8, he looked a bit rusty, shooting 0-of-3 from beyond the arc. While fellow lottery pick Brayden Burries was selected three spots higher, Ament's path to rotation minutes may be clearer since Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bobby Portis were traded to Miami. However, he has a lot of developing to do, making Ament a more valuable option for dynasty leagues than redraft leagues. |
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Xavier Cooks Brayden Burries scores team-high 18 points vs. MIA
Fri, Jul 10, 2026, 12:02 PM
Brayden Burries finished Friday's loss to the Heat with 18 points (6-of-15 FGs, 3-of-3 FTs), three rebounds, three assists and one three-pointer.
Analysis: After playing in just one of Milwaukee's three California Classic games, Burries should see a lot more playing time in Las Vegas. The former Arizona guard struggled with his shot on Friday, but it did not diminish his aggressiveness as a scorer. Even with the Bucks adding Tyler Herro in the Giannis Antetokounmpo trade and still having Ryan Rollins and Kevin Porter Jr., there will still be opportunities for Burries to prove himself during the regular season. The fantasy outlook isn't great in redraft leagues, but he'll remain valuable in dynasty formats. |
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Xavier Cooks Ryan Conwell produces 19 points, three assists
Fri, Jul 10, 2026, 11:58 AM
Ryan Conwell recorded 19 points (7-of-16 FGs, 1-of-1 FTs), one rebound, three assists, one block and two three-pointers in Friday's win over the Bucks.
Analysis: After a solid finish at the California Classic, Conwell got his Vegas Summer League run off to a good start on Friday. While he was just 2-of-8 from beyond the arc, the rookie guard shot the ball reasonably well from two and recorded a few assists. Conwell did commit six personal fouls, so defending without fouling may be a focus for him moving forward, even though players are allowed 10 fouls in summer league play. |
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Xavier Cooks Nick Martinelli scores 11 points in SL debut
Thu, Jul 9, 2026, 7:34 PM
Nick Martinelli finished with 11 points (2-of-7 FGs, 4-of-7 FTs), five rebounds and two assists against the Kings on Thursday.
Analysis: Martinelli didn't start in his first summer league game, but he ended up playing 22 minutes off the bench. He was able to contribute some buckets and made some hustle plays. Martinelli was the 55th pick in the draft last month, and while he should get more opportunities this summer, it is unlikely to carry over into a large role next season for the Clippers. |
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Xavier Cooks Baba Miller scores 12 points, swats three shots
Thu, Jul 9, 2026, 7:32 PM
Baba Miller contributed 12 points (3-of-4 FGs), five rebounds, one assist, three blocks and one three-pointer against the Kings on Thursday.
Analysis: Miller stuffed the stat sheet in college, and the only limitation was his lack of a deep-range shot. However, he knocked down his only three-point attempt in this game and made three of his four free throws. Low volume doesn't mean much, but it was nice to see him hit some jumpers. Of course, the shot-blocking was still there, and if he is a rotation player in year one, that is an area he may be able to contribute in for fantasy managers. |
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Xavier Cooks Keaton Wagler held to seven points vs. Kings
Thu, Jul 9, 2026, 7:30 PM
Keaton Wagler finished with seven points (1-of-7 FGs), two rebounds, one assist and one three-pointer in a 91-85 loss to the Kings on Thursday
Analysis: Wagler's first game as a Clipper was certainly disappointing. The physicality clearly impacted him and prevented him from getting to his spots. That was a big part of his game in college and was why the Clippers took him with the No. 5 overall pick. There's no reason to sound the alarms yet, but he is certainly going to have to get stronger to have success in the NBA. He'll look to bounce back against the Jazz on Sunday. |
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