Summer League Prospect Review: ATL, WAS, HOU; Evan Mobley Extends, TNT Matches, GTJ to the Bucks
Jul 22, 2024
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An in-depth analysis of Summer League roster players from ATL, WAS, and HOU. Discussions on Evan Mobley's extension, TNT's TV deal matching, and Gary Trent Jr. joining the Bucks. Plus, player evaluations, contract situations, and recent NBA transactions
Reed Shepard impressed defensively with active hands and improved finishing, showcasing strong potential.
Cam Whitmore displayed athleticism and driving skills, needing work on his three-point shooting and shot selection.
Corey Joseph signed a two-year deal with the Orlando Magic, sparking questions about their roster strategy.
Seth Curry re-signed with the Charlotte Hornets, bringing shooting prowess and scoring ability to the team.
Cameron Payne joined the New York Knicks on a minimum contract, competing for the backup point guard role.
Gary Trent Jr. signed a contract with the Milwaukee Bucks, expected to boost their scoring depth and offensive capabilities.
Deep dives
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Reed Shepard
Reed Shepard showcased strong defensive skills with active hands and deflections, impacting opponents. Offensively, he demonstrated improved finishing at the rim and a reliable mid-range jumper.
Cam Whitmore
Cam Whitmore displayed impressive athleticism and a willingness to attack the rim. Despite some struggles with three-point shooting and shot selection, he showed promise in driving, finishing, and foul drawing.
Summary of the Health Situation
Cam Whitmore exhibited persistent knee issues but maintained his athletic prowess and showed progress in refining his game, particularly in shot selection and defensive efforts.
Corey Joseph signs a two-year deal with the Orlando Magic
Corey Joseph, former Spur, signed a two-year deal with the Orlando Magic. The terms of the contract are yet to be disclosed, and it remains unknown if there is a team option for the second year. This signing raises questions about the Magic's use of the room exception available for adding talent to the team.
Seth Curry re-signs with the Charlotte Hornets
Seth Curry re-signed with the Charlotte Hornets on a deal that was not specified. This move secures a spot for Curry on the roster, providing shooting skills and scoring prowess to the team's lineup.
Cameron Payne joins the New York Knicks
Cameron Payne signed a one-year minimum contract with the New York Knicks. Payne will be competing for backup point guard minutes, challenging Tyler Cook, but his signing may overshadow the potential of Cook, who is perceived as a better passer.
Spencer Dinwiddie returns to the Dallas Mavericks
Spencer Dinwiddie, after a stint with the Lakers, has returned to the Dallas Mavericks on a one-year minimum deal. While Dinwiddie provides supplemental scoring potential and roster depth for the Mavericks, his performance and reliability have been brought into question.
Gary Trent Jr. signs at a minimum with the Milwaukee Bucks
Gary Trent Jr. secured a contract with the Milwaukee Bucks at a minimum deal. His role with the Bucks is expected to contribute to their scoring depth and supplement their offensive capabilities, especially in the absence of injured players like Chris Milton.
Mohamed Bamba and Isaac Bonga get extensions from San Antonio Spurs
San Antonio Spurs made extensions with Charles Bassi and Moncoulas DiVili, both backup bigs, despite Bassi recovering from an ACL tear and DiVili being expected to be back mid-season. These moves raise questions about the Spurs' allocation of roster spots and resources.
Toronto Raptors maneuver through offseason transactions
The Toronto Raptors engaged in multiple transactions, including the sign-and-trade of Chris Boucher to the Los Angeles Clippers and have yet to resolve the situation with Precious Achiuwa. The Raptors' roster composition and future decisions display a mix of cautious deliberation and strategic planning.
Our wrap-up of every roster player in Summer League begins!
ATL–Zaccharie Risacher and Co.
WAS–Alex Sarr, Bub Carrington, Kyshawn George (13:40)
HOU-Reed Sheppard, Cam Whitmore, AJ Griffin (33:30)
Then, the news including our reaction to the Evan Mobley extension (54:00), TNT’s intent to match the Amazon TV deal (1:04:18), and Gary Trent Jr. signing with the Bucks (1:16:10) among other things.
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