The NBA summer league is winding down, as the tournament quarterfinals continue on Saturday. Before arriving at that moment, though, 16 teams not fighting for a championship took center stage to provide one last look at their talented rosters.
Even though every player has something to prove in the summer league, this is really a chance for rookies to show where their skill are at. It's not a perfect way to analyze these young athletes, though it's not meaningless.
Fortunately, there are still more than three months before the regular season begins. Teams will have plenty of time to work with their players, as well as determine if strong performers from this league have what it takes to make it in the NBA.
It's all about scouting and player development this time of year. The final scores are just an added bonus that tell a small part of the story.
Friday Results
Game Recaps
Cavaliers def. Timberwolves, 78-73
In the final summer league game for top pick Karl-Anthony Towns, he didn't go with a bang. The M ...
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