The glitz of the desert city and the sound of sneakers on court can mean one thing—the NBA Summer League is here, and it's all the hype in Las Vegas. The Charlotte Hornets, fresh from the East, are buzzed about their rookie, Tidjane Salaun, as were reported by CSL. The 6-foot-9 forward is high on watch lists, with eyes on his slick passing and stealthy court movement. Keep an eye on his passing as well as his ability to move without the ball, CSL recommended, giving hoops heads something to monitor.
Yet, it's not all about the greenhorns. Looking to build on a practice run with Team USA, the Hornet's Brandon Miller is expected to show off his skills. Set against the backdrop of bigger, glossier games as flagged by Bleacher Report, the second-year pro could collar the spotlight in the wake of his progression.
Moving away from the Hornets, the Las Vegas Summer League is a crucible for up-and-comers across the league. The Oklahoma City Thunder, another team worth watching, are rolling into Vegas off a warm-up in Salt Lake City. They're packing a decent 2-1 record from that earlier stint, with plans to add a notch or five to that tally. It's not just about the win column; it's about prestige and potential elements that The Thunder seem eager to display, as reported by Forbes.
