The Las Vegas Summer League has featured its share of standout performers. The rookies in action in Sin City have been more impressive than the ones we saw in Orlando, save for the Orlando Magic's Victor Oladipo.
While many of the first-year players in Orlando struggled, the rookies in Vegas have seized the opportunity to assure their teams and fans that the best is yet to come. Other young pros have also shined in their latest opportunity to shine in front of NBA decision-makers.
Here's a look at the players who have made the biggest splash in Vegas.
C.J. McCollum, Portland Trail Blazers
Some fans may be wondering just what the Blazers are going to do with two scoring point guards, but with the way McCollum has proven himself to be a legit scorer, it'll be exciting to see how the team's backcourt pans out.
The rookie from Lehigh leads all players in Vegas, averaging 21.3 points per game. At 6'3", he is a little smallish for the 2-guard spot. But with he and Damian Lillard—the reigning NBA Rookie of the Year—the Blazers are going to have two explosive ...
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Vegas Summer League 2013: Players Making Biggest Splash in Sin City
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