Tonight, is the NBA Summer League Championship between Cleveland Cavaliers and the Houston Rockets, in which both teams are competing for their first ever Summer League Championship.? If you missed my last article, I discussed the money line, totals, and spread bet odds for the matchup tonight.? In this piece, I will go over player prop and game prop bets and analysis.? The game will start at 9 PM EST and will air on ABC.? ?If you are looking for the best betting odds, stats and analysis, here is information to know.

Player Prop Specials?

*Odds courtesy of Draft Kings*

Cam Whitmore 20+ Points (-180)

I like Cam Whitmore 20 + points, and for several reasons. Whitmore was recently named the NBA 2K24 Summer League MVP and has more momentum than any player.? In 5 games, Whitmore averaged 31.5 minutes per game, which was 7th, and 20.4 points, which ranks 13.? It's important to note, when looking at points per game totals, both teammates Jabari Smith Jr., and Tari Eason were in the top 4 in points per game.? Those two players were out for three consistent games, and I feel Whitmore's points per game could've been higher.

Furthermore, Whitmore scored 25 plus points in two straight games, and hit 20+ points in three out of his five games played.? If you look at the graph provided above, you can look at his points per game trends, and how it stayed trending since game 3.? Although Cleveland has a mean defense, they gave up 99 points against the Brooklyn Nets, who had six players with points in double figures.? In fact, Cleveland allowed Brooklyn to attempt 36 three-pointers, in which they made 39 percent of them.? I expect Whitmore to continue to shine tonight and prove the doubters wrong. Give me Cam Whitmore OVER 20 points.?

Sam Merrill 5 +Threes Made (+130)

*All graphs made by Sara Jane Gamelli*

Sam Merrill has been a consistent player for the Cavaliers and hasn't decreased his shooting volume.? In four games, Merrill ranked 1st in the league in 3-Point Attempts Per Game at 11.? In addition, Merrill ranked 2nd in 3-pointers made per game, at 4.8, and shot 43.2 percent from beyond the arc.? At first, I didn't like this bet, since Sam Merrill only hit 5+ 3-Pointers made once.? However, if you take a look at the graph above, his three-point attempts are steadily?increasing, and Merrill hit 8 made threes in game three against Memphis.? It's important to note Memphis was a solid defensive team and allowed opponents to score 86.8 points per game.? These players are on the biggest stage tonight, and some are fighting for a roster spot.? Although Merrill only hit the 5+ mark once, his shot volume and minutes are there.? Last game against the Nets, Merrill played 36 minutes, attempted 13 three-pointers, and 17 total shots. Give me Sam Merrill 5+ 3-pointers made.?

Emoni Bates 20+ Points (+110)

Emoni Bates was easily one of my favorite players to watch this summer and was considered an MVP candidate. Bates was extremely consistent for the Cavaliers, in which he averaged 16.8 points per game, 29.6 minutes played, 6.2 rebounds, and shot 41 percent from the 3-point.? Although Bates hit over 20 points only once, much like Merrill, his shot volume has increased significantly since game 3.? In fact, Bates scored exactly 20 points on 8-13 and 4-5 shooting last night against the Nets in 34 minutes. Bates ranks within the top 15 in 3-Pointers Attempted Per Game (7.8), and averages 13.8 total shots per game. This is a Houston team that allowed the Utah Jazz to put up 101 points, in which all five of their starters had points in double figures.? Furthermore, the Rockets allowed the Jazz to attempt 88 total shots, and 45 three-point shots, and the lowest a team has scored against Houston was 92 points.? Give me Emoni Bates OVER 20 points here.?

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Today marks the last day of the NBA 2K24 Summer League, and the Championship is tonight.? The Cleveland Cavaliers and the Houston Rockets, both undefeated, and will fight for the trophy at 9 PM EST.? In addition, the matchup will air on ESPN, located at Thomas & Mack Center, in Las Vegas, Nevada.? The Houston Rockets flew by the Utah Jazz, and the Cleveland Cavaliers had an exhilarating overtime win against the Brooklyn Nets.? Both teams have key players missing yet should put up an offensive show. The Cavaliers are?favored;?however, can the Rockets defy the odds and win it all? It this article, I will discuss the money line, totals, spread, and halves odds.? ?If you are looking for the best betting odds, stats and analysis, here is information to know.

Here is a first look at the 2023 Summer League Championship rings. Rings were introduced at Summer League in 2022. pic.twitter.com/YwFvqAvTFd

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NBA 2K24 Summer League Championship Odds

*Odds courtesy of Draft Kings*

Cleveland Cavaliers

Record: 5-0
Opponent Points Per Game: 97.8
Wins: Brooklyn Nets, Toronto Raptors, Memphis Grizzlies, Chicago Bulls, Brooklyn Nets
PPG: 97.8?| FG:?45.8 % | 3 PT:?37.1 %?| FT: 76.3 % |?REB: 45.2 | ST: 20.8 |?STL: 5.6 |?BLK: 7.6 | TO:?15.2

Last Two Games

PPG: 94.5?| FG:?44.3 % | 3 PT:?31.2 %?| FT: 86.2 % |?REB: 42 |?AST: 24 |?STL: 4.5 |?BLK: 8.5 | TO: 13.5

Betting Trends and Stats:?

Houston Rockets

Record: 5-0
Opponent Points Per Game: 98.8
Wins: Golden State Warriors, Oklahoma City Thunder, Detroit Pistons, Portland Trail Blazers, Utah Jazz
PPG:?110.2 | FG:?47.0 % | 3 PT:?37.1 %?| FT:?79.5 % |?REB: 37.2 |?AST: 21.4 |?STL: 9.4 |?BLK: 6.2 | TO:?12.6

Last Two Games

PPG: 116.5?| FG:?49.2 % | 3 PT: 40.8 %?| FT: 90.7 % |?REB: 40 |?AST: 25 |?STL: 11.5 |?BLK: 3.5 | TO: 15.5

Betting trends and Stats:?

Trends Rockets vs. Cavaliers

*All graphs made by Sara Jane Gamelli*

Why the Houston Rockets can cover the spread.

The Rockets are the underdogs at +2.?

The Houston Rockets came into the summer with a loaded roster and learned to adapt.? Also, The Rockets started the Season with a thriller against the Trail Blazers.? Jabari Smith Jr. scored 33 points and hit a buzzer beater to secure the win.? The Rockets unfortunately lost 4th overall pick Amen Thompson, due to an ankle sprain, and Houston pulled Jabari Smith Jr. and Tari Eason by the third game.? The Rockets continued dominance with their roster, and beat both the Detroit Pistons, and OKC Thunder, who were talented teams this summer.

Players & Analysis

The Rockets relied heavily on their 20th overall pick, Cam Whitmore, Trevor Hudgins, Nate Hinton, Jermaine Samuels, and Darius Days. In addition, Whitmore played with a chip on his shoulder, knowing he could've been drafted in the top ten.? Cam Whitmore ranked top 15, and averaged 20.4 points, 31.5 minutes played, 5.6 rebounds, 3 steals, and 2.2 assists. In their must win game against the Utah Jazz, Houston had five players with points in double figures.? Moreover, Whitmore and Hinton had a combined 52 points, 2 blocks, and 6 steals last game.? More importantly, the Rockets shot 96 percent from the line, 38.8 percent from the three-point, and 45 percent from the field against Utah.

Overall, not one team could stop the Rockets offensively, even in the absence of Thompson, Eason, and Smith Jr.? The Rockets finished the summer league with the top offense, and most points scored per game at 110.2.? Furthermore, Houston is TIED with the Cleveland Cavaliers for the best point differential at +11.4.? Although Houston allows nearly 100 points scored, they averaged almost 117 points in 2 games.? Houston is looking for their first ever summer championship, and will have to feed the hot hand, which is Cam Whitmore.

Why the Cleveland Cavaliers can cover the spread.

The Cavaliers are favored at -2.?

The Cavaliers are favored at -2 and are also undefeated this summer.? Also, Cleveland hasn't had many injuries, and had one of the most consistent lineups through five games.? Through five, Cleveland had two impressive wins over the Brooklyn Nets, and a win against Chicago. Additionally, the Cavaliers pulled off a 102-99 must win in overtime against the Brooklyn Nets last night.? Emoni Bates made the go-ahead three-pointer with 56 seconds left, before Nets Armoni Brooks responded with a three-pointer with 24 seconds.? Ultimately, this game went into overtime, and Isaiah Mobley make a 9-foot shot with 1:35 to win the?game.

Clevland has gotten consistent, incredible production from the 49th overall pick, Emoni Bates.? In fact, Bates averaged 16.8 points, 6.2 rebounds, and shot 41 percent from the three-point in five games.? In a must win game last night against Brooklyn, Bates had 20 points 7 rebounds, and shot 8-13.? Along with Bates, Sam Merrill, the 2020 60th overall pick has been equally as consistent for the Cavaliers.? In four games, Merrill averaged 18.8 points, 27.5 minutes, and shot 43.2 percent from the three-point.

Furthermore, Merrill scored 19 points on 5-17, 4-13 shooting last night against the Nets. Isaiah Mobley, a 2022 second round pick, has been a force on both sides of the court.? In five games, Mobley averaged 15.8 points, 1.4 blocks, and 7.8 rebounds.? Along with those statistics, Mobley had the game winning basket last night, along with 23 points, 7 rebounds, 5 assists, 1 steal, and 2 blocks.? Although Cleveland lacks big star names, they've gotten incredible production out of their starting five.

Prediction

The Cleveland Cavaliers have been an offensive powerhouse, averaging nearly 98 points a game.? Now that we established their offensive game, let's talk about their defensive aspect. The Cavaliers were one of the best teams in the NBA last season, and that's shown this summer.? Through 5 games, Cleveland held opponents to 86.4 points a game, which is 12.4 less than the Rockets. Moreover, the Cavaliers haven't allowed an opponent to score 100 points and didn't allow more than 83 games in games 2-4.? I wouldn't be surprised if the Cavaliers hold the Rockets to 100 points or less here.

Overall, Houston has the better offense, and stronger numbers in the last two games.? They took care of a Utah Jazz team, who was ranked first in several shooting categories.? The Rockets are shooting 40.8 percent from the three-pointer in the last two games, while Cleveland is shooting 31.2 percent from the three.? Although Cleveland has better defense, Houston has the better offense, and their margin of spread covers are larger.? Houston has the momentum, while Cleveland was tested in late game situations.? I think Cleveland has a little bit more steam on both ends of the court in this one. The Rockets will need some help off the bench, in which Magee scored 21 points.? Give me the over at 191.5 and the Cavaliers at -2.??

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There's officially two days left of Summer League, and we are down to four teams, the Houston Rockets, Utah Jazz, Cleveland Cavaliers and Brooklyn Nets.? In addition, there are 8 games on the slate today, and the 26 remaining teams will remain in consolation or play their last game today.? The Cavaliers will take on the Brooklyn Nets at 4 PM EST and will be broadcasted on ESPN.? In this article, I will breakdown the latest trends, analysis, and my best predictions for the matchup. If you are looking for the best betting odds, stats and analysis, here is information to know.

2K24 NBA Summer League Championship Odds:

*All odds courtesy of Draft Kings*

Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Brooklyn Nets

Brooklyn Nets: +140
Cleveland Cavaliers: -140
Over/Under: 187.5 (-110)
Spread: Cavaliers -3.5 (-110)

Cleveland Cavaliers

Record:?4-0
Opponent Points Per Game: 83.3
Wins: Brooklyn Nets, Toronto Raptors, Memphis Grizzlies, Chicago Bulls
PPG:?96.8?| FG:?46.4 % | 3 PT:?37.3 %?| FT: 73.7 % |?REB: 45.5 |?AST: 20.5 |?STL: 6?|?BLK: 7?| TO:?17.3

The Cleveland Cavaliers looked dominant this summer and remain undefeated. In fact, the Cavaliers led the summer league in point differential (+14.5), thee-point percentage (37.3), and rebounds (45.5).? Out of their four wins, the Cavaliers had an impressive win over the Brooklyn Nets, and Chicago Bulls, who finished the summer above .500.? Cleveland is the favorite to win the Summer League Championship, and will face Brooklyn today, who has the highest odds.? Also, these two teams faced each other first week of summer, in which Cleveland defeated Brooklyn 101-97.? The Nets in fact were favored -2 entering the game and couldn't secure the spread.? In that matchup, the Cavaliers outrebounded the Nets 50-36, and shot significantly better from the free-throw line (82 percent).? Overall, both teams shot identical from the field (42 percent), and the three (32 percent).??

Betting trends and Stats:?

In four games this summer, Cleveland won the money line, and covered the spread in three of their four games.? The Cavaliers most recently beat the Chicago Bulls, 87-83, in which Chicago covered a +6-opening spread.? Additionally, all of their games hit the under, with the exception of their matchup against the Nets, which hit the over.??

Key Players

Emoni Bates- Forward, 2023 2nd round, 49th overall pick.?

Cleveland took a chance on Bates, and he is showing out this summer. In four games, Bates is averaging 16 points a game in 28.5 minutes played, 6 rebounds, 1 steal and 1 block. In addition, Bates is shooting 39 percent from the field, and 35 percent from the three.? Although he hasn't had a breakout game, Emoni Bates has been incredibly consistent for the Cavaliers, and has the potential to be one of the best shooters in this year's draft. Bates has been a consistent scorer, possesses great size, and has been a difference maker on the defensive end of the floor.

Sam Merrill- Guard, 2020 2nd round, 60th overall pick.?

Sam Merrill had quite the start to his career. Unable to find a home with the Bucks, Grizzlies, or Kings, Merrill signed with the Cleveland Charge, and eventually with the Cavaliers on a multi-year deal.? Merrill showcased his talents and proved to be a difference maker this summer. In three games, Sam Merrill averaged 18.7 points, which is top 25 in the league, 4 rebounds, and 2.3 assists. In those games, Merrill averaged only 24.6 minutes per game, and shot 48.6 percent from the field, and 48.4 percent from the three. Merrill is an extremely efficient shooter and averaged a league high 10.3 3-point attempts a game.? Merrill scored 15 points, grabbed 10 rebounds, and dished out 5 assists against the Nets. Furthermore, he shot 4-12, and 3-9 from the three.

Isaiah Mobley- Foward, 2022 2nd round, 49th overall pick.?

Isaiah Mobley is another player who's been incredibly consistent this summer, who brings offense, size, and defense.? Standing at 6 foot 8, Mobley averaged 8 rebounds, 1.3 blocks, and 14 points per game.? Along with Diop and Bates, Mobley gives Cleveland another player with size, and is part of the reason the Cavaliers ranks first in rebounds. In Mobley's first game against Brooklyn, he had 15 points, 9 rebounds, 1 steal, 1 block, and shot 5-12.

Sharife Cooper- Guard (Floor General), 2021 2nd round, 48th overall pick.

Sharife Cooper is another main reason why the Cavaliers have been so dominant this season. I added Cooper as an x-factor due to the big numbers he put up against the Nets.? In 4 games, Cooper averaged 13.5 points in 21.5 minutes played, 2.3 rebounds, and 2.3 assists.? In addition, Cooper is shooting 60 percent from the three-point, and 46.9 from the field.? Also, Cooper put up 27 points, 2 blocks, 1 steal, and 3 rebounds against the Brookly Nets. In that game, Cooper shot 2-4 from the three, and 9-11 from the three-throw line.? The question will be, can Cooper repeat against the Nets to get into the summer finals?

Brooklyn Nets

Record: 3-1
Opponent Points Per Game: 86.5
Wins: Toronto Raptors, Milwaukee Bucks, New York Knicks
Losses: Cleveland Cavaliers
PPG:?96.5?| FG:?40.7 % | 3 PT:?33.3 %?| FT: 73.6% |?REB: 41.5 |?AST: 18.5 |?STL: 11.5 |?BLK: 5.5 | TO:?15.5

The Brooklyn Nets have three wins, and their only loss came against the Cavaliers.? They managed to make it into the final four of the summer league and will face Cleveland today.? As good as the Brooklyn Nets have played, it's important to note, not one of their wins came against a team with a record of .500 or higher.? However, that doesn't take away how well they played, and the talented players on their roster.

The Nets were one of the more dominant offensive teams, and only allowed 86.5 opponent points per game. With that said, Brooklyn had a point differential of +10, and led the league in steals, with 11.5.? Mentioned above, the Nets only loss came against the Cavaliers in game 1, in which both teams shot identical.? The Cavaliers won that game due to smart rebounding, and Brooklyn was only able to shoot 63 percent from the line.? Overall, it was a very close game.??

Betting trends and Stats:?

The Brooklyn Nets won the money line in three games, and only covered the spread in two games.? In their matchup against Toronto 99-94, the Raptors covered the +6 spread, and the Cavaliers covered the +2 spread in game 1.? Also, over hit two games, especially in their matchup against Cleveland.?

Key Players

Jalen Wilson- Forward, 2023 2nd round, 51st overall pick

Jalen Wilson, the 51st overall pick out of Kansas, had quite the summer.? In fact, some would say, Wilson looked like the better draft pick next to Noah Clowney. Although it's only summer league, let's take a look at what Jalen Wilson has done.? In four games, Wilson averaged 16.5 points in 28.3 minutes played, 7 rebounds, and 1.3 steals. In addition, Wilson shot 47.6 percent from the field, and 50 percent from the three.? Wilson has a winning mentality coming out of Kansas, along with size, and was clutch this summer, especially against the Raptors.? In his first game against Cleveland, Wilson had 17 points, 2 blocks, 1 steal, 5 rebounds, and shot 6-14, 1-5 from the three. Wilson is looking like a steal from the?draft and?should put up good numbers on both sides of the ball tonight against Cleveland.

Armoni Brooks-Guard, 2019 undrafted player

Armoni Brooks is another talented guard, who hasn't been able to find his way in the league.? It's important to note Brooks has both playing time in the G-League and the NBA. In four games, Brooks averaged 16.8 points in 28.3 minutes played, 5.3 rebounds, and 1.3 steals.? Brooks also shot 48.9 percent from the field, and 45.5 percent from the three. In Brooks only game against Cleveland, he scored 17 points on 6-12 and 5-9 shooting. In addition, Armoni Brooks had 1 steal, 2 assists, and 5 rebounds.? Look for Armoni Brooks to be a player on both sides of the court tonight, as he's been very consistent for the Nets.

David Duke Jr.- Guard, 2021 undrafted player

David Duke Jr. is another player who has G-League experience for the Nets.? The Net's backcourt has been consistent with Duke Jr., who averaged 17.5 points, 25 minutes played, 5.8 rebounds, and 2.5 steals. Although Duke hasn't been great from the three (25 percent), he has a leadership role on this team, and excels at driving to the basketball. He's also improved his defensive?immensely on?this team, despite is poor shooting.

Prediction:

The Cavaliers are 4-0 and are the -3.5 favorites against the Brooklyn Nets. The last matchup between these two teams was close, in which they shot identical. In fact, Brooklyn had a commanding league entering the fourth, and then Cleveland outscored the Nets in the final quarter.? As I stated previous, the Nets have dominant players in Armoni Brooks, David Duke Jr., and Jalen Wilson.? Noah Clowney has been disappointing this summer, especially on the offensive end.? Not one team has been able to stop Cleveland, who has a high-powered offense.? I truly believe the Cavaliers have the right amount of offense and defense to win this game. Give me Cleveland -2.5.?

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The 2023 NBA Summer League is finally underway after a busy free agency week.? There are a total of five games tonight, although we will be focusing on the Miami Heat vs. Los Angeles Lakers.? The Lakers had a fantastic free agency, and the Heat continue to wait on Damian Lillard. The two teams will play tonight at 6 PM EST, at the Golden 1 Center, located in Sacramento, California. Also, if you're looking to watch or bet on the game, it will air on ESPN2.? If you are looking for the best betting odds and stats, here is information to know.

Future 2023-2024 NBA Championship Odds:

*Odds courtesy of DraftKings*

Miami Heat:?+900
Los Angeles Lakers:?+1200

NBA Summer League

*Odds courtesy of DraftKings*

Heat: +120
Lakers: -140
Over/Under: 163
Spread: -2.5 Lakers

Heat Summer League Roster

Position? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?Height? ? ? ? ? Weight? ? ? ? ? ?Age? ? ? ? ? ? ? School? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?Acquired
(F)Nikola Jovic? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? 6-11? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?225 lbs.? ? ? ? ? ?20? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?#27 Pick 2022
(F)Jamal Cain? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? 6-7? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?205 lbs.? ? ? ? ? ?24? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?Oakland? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? Signed 7/15/22.
(G)Dru Smith? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? 6-3? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?200 lbs.? ? ? ? ? ?25? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?Missouri? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? Signed 7/1/23.
(F) Jamie Jaquez Jr.? ? ? ? ?6-7? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?220 lbs.? ? ? ? ? 22? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?UCLA? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? #18 2-23
(C) Orlando Robinson? ? ?6-11? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?245 lbs.? ? ? ? ? 22? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?Fresno St.? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? Signed 7/6/22.
(G) Jamaree Bouyea? ? ? ? 6-2? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?180 lbs.? ? ? ? ? 24? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?San Fran? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? Signed 7/1/23.
(G) Justin Powell? ? ? ? ? ? ?6-6? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?200 lbs.? ? ? ? ? ?22? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?Washington St.
(G) Chase Audige? ? ? ? ? ? 6-4? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? 200 lbs.? ? ? ? ? ?24? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?Northwestern
(G) Caleb Daniels? ? ? ? ? ? 6-4? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? 210 lbs.? ? ? ? ? ?24? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?Villanova
(G) Trenton Massner? ? ? ?6-2? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? 175 lbs.? ? ? ? ? ?23? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?Western Illinois
(G) Alondes Williams? ? ? 6-4? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? 205 lbs.? ? ? ? ? ?25? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?Wake Forest
(F)Drew Peterson? ? ? ? ? ? 6-9? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? 205 lbs.? ? ? ? ? ?24? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?USC
(F) Taylor Funk? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? 6-9? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? 220 lbs.? ? ? ? ? ?26? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?Utah State
(F)Ja'von Franklin? ? ? ? ? ? 6-7? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? 210 lbs.? ? ? ? ? ?24? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?Georgia Tech
(C)Brandon McCoy? ? ? ? ? ?7-0? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? 250 lbs.? ? ? ? ? ?26? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?UNLV
(C)Patrick Gardner? ? ? ? ? 6-11? ? ? ? ? ? ? 250 lbs.? ? ? ? ? ?24? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?Marist

Roster courtesy of the NBA

Lakers Summer League Roster

Position? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?Height? ? ? ? ?Weight? ? ? ? ? ? Age? ? ? ? ? ? ?School? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?Acquired
(G)Max Christie? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?6-5? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? 190 lbs.? ? ? ? ? ? ?20? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?Michigan State? ? ? ? #35 Pick 2022
(G)Jalen- Hood Schifino? ? ? 6-6? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?215 lbs.? ? ? ? ?? ? 20? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?Indiana? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? #17 Pick 2023
(G)Scotty Pippen Jr.? ? ? ? ? ? ?6-1? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?185 lbs.? ? ? ? ?? ? 22? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?Vanderbilt? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? Signed 7/1/22.
(F) Maxwell Lewis? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? 6-7? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?205 lbs.? ? ? ? ? ? ?20? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?Pepperdine? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?from DEN
(F) Cole Swider? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? 6-9? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?220 lbs.? ? ? ? ? ? ?24? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?Syracuse? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?Signed 7/1/22.
(C) Colin Castleton? ? ? ? ? ? ? 6-11? ? ? ? ? ? ?231 lbs.? ? ? ? ? ? ?23? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?Florida
(F) Alex Fudge? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?6-8? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?189 lbs.? ? ? ? ? ? ?20? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?Florida
(G) Damion Baugh? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?6-4? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?194 lbs.? ? ? ? ? ? 22? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?TCU
(F) LG Figueroa? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? 6-6? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?200 lbs.? ? ? ? ? ? 25? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? Oregon
(C) Sacha Killeya-Jones? ? ? ? 6-11? ? ? ? ? ? ?220 lbs.? ? ? ? ? ? 24? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? Kentucky
(F) Paris Bass? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? 6-8? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?200 lbs.? ? ? ? ? ? 27? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? Detroit Mercy
(G)Bryce Hamilton? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?6-4? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? 205 lbs.? ? ? ? ? ?22? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? UNLV
(G) D'Moi Hodge? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?6-4? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? 185 lbs.? ? ? ? ? ?24? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? Missouri

Heat Players to Watch

Nikola Jovic

2022-2023 NBA Season:? 5.5 PPG | 2.1REB | 0.5 STL | 0.1 BLK | 94.7 % FT | 22.9 % 3PT | 40.1% FG.

Nikola Jovic was the 27th overall pick in the 2022 NBA draft and has a chance to show the Heat why they drafted him. Although Jovic only has 15 career games under his belt due to a back stress reaction, he impressed last year in summer league.? We saw him score 25 points and drained three's last summer against the Warriors and has gained size in the offseason.

Although the Heat wait on star Damian Lillard, it's highly unlikely they will trade Center Bam Adebayo if they do acquire Lillard. With the resigning of Kevin Love, Jovic will certainly have some competition against Orlando Robinson and Thomas Bryant.??

The Heat anxiously await the development of their Serbian center, who has excellent basketball IQ, and is a potential three-level scorer.? With the loss of Gabe Vincent and Max Strus, Miami will need more shooting power, along with big men to back up Adebayo.?

Jamie Jaquez Jr.?

2022-2023 College Season: 17.8 PPG | 8.2 REB | 1.5 STL | 0.6 BLK | 77 % FT | 31 % 3PT | 48% FG.

The Heat shocked the world when they drafted UCLA Star Jamie Jaquez Jr. 17th overall in the 2023 NBA Draft.? Led by Head Coach Erik Spoelstra, the Heat have an amazing system when it comes to the development of rookies and undrafted players.? Jaquez has great size and is a force on the defensive end.? In addition, he played all four years for UCLA, and now has the chance to develop under an elite system created by Pat Riley and Erik Spoelstra.

He is an extremely hard-working individual who will fit in well with the system, and he brings elite perimeter defense to this Miami team.? Jaquez Jr. averaged more than 1 steal a game and has excellent footwork and passing skills. The Heat averaged the least number of points per game last season, and Jamie Jaquez Jr. is NBA ready, and could most likely play and guard multiple positions.

Lakers Players to Watch

Jalen Hood-Schifino?

2022-2023 College Season: 13.5 PPG | 4.1 REB | 0.8 STL | 0.3 BLK | 77 % FT | 33 % 3PT | 45 % FG.

All eyes will be on the rookie this summer.?

Jalen-Hood-Schifino was drafted 17th overall in the 2023 NBA draft by the Lakers, and last played for Indiana.? Although the Lakers have a tremendous amount of talent and depth in their backcourt, Hood-Schifino could find a spot in the rotation, especially if he impresses this summer. Initially the selection of Hood-Schifino was a surprise for many Lakers fans, but here's what we need to watch for:

Hood-Schifino only had one season in collegiate basketball and needs some development in his game.? He's on the taller side for a guard, and we saw him play hard defense, especially in the NCAA Tournament.? Although he needs to work on his three-point shot Hood-Schifino excels with the mid-range jumper and is capable of guarding multiple positions due to his size.? He also has the ability to get to the basketball and facilitate the ball.? It will be fun to watch him tonight.??

Max Christie

2022-2023 NBA Season: 3.1 PPG | 1.8 REB | 0.2 STL | 0.2 BLK | 87.5 % FT | 41.9 % 3PT | 41.5 % FG.

Max Christie was selected as the 35th overall pick in the 2022 NBA Draft out of Michigan State. Although Christie didn't play many minutes, and averaged low numbers, it's time to watch how he produces in summer league.? There are rumors Max Christie added some weight in the off season and could be a serviceable guard in the NBA.? Also, the Lakers recently added a variety of talent in free agency, however, that doesn't mean Christie couldn't earn a rotation spot. With Schroder and Lonnie Walker IV gone in free agency, the door could open for Christie.

The Lakers ranked 27th in the league in three-point shooting last season and can use all the help they can get.? Poised to make a playoff run, Christie shot 66.7 percent from the field in three games against Denver and averaged 7.3 Points.? It's important to note, he averaged 7.3 points in only 15 minutes averaged per game.? Although Christie struggled from the three in the playoffs, he's a career 41.9 percent three-point shooter, and is an excellent shooter from the line.? The Lakers signing Gabe Vincent, Austin Reaves, D'Angelo Rusell, and Cam Reddish will most likely make it near impossible for Christie to get minutes. It's his time to shine and show what he can bring to the NBA in his second year.

Predictions:

?With the Damian Lillard trade talks going on, it is not certain Jamie Jaquez Jr. or Nikola Jovic will be on the roster if the Heat acquire him.? ?However, this is their chance to prove themselves to the organization and the rest of the league.? For the Lakers, we will see rookie Jalen Hood-Schifino show why he belongs in the NBA, and what he can bring to the team.?

I like the Lakers here, who have an abundance of talent, including Jalen Hood- Schifino and Scotty Pippen Jr., Max Christie, and Cole Swider. I think this game will be close, and I have the Lakers at -2.5.? I'm unsure of the money line since it's the first game of the summer league, and we are unsure how much each star will play.? I'll take the OVER here, since summer league is short, and this is the time for these players to show case their talents.??

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