The 2021 NBA Summer League kicked off in Las Vegas on Sunday (ET), giving fans the first opportunity to see the stars of this year's rookie class.
With nine games of action, take a look at some of the top performers, best highlights and scores from each contest.
2021 NBA Summer League – Day 2
Breakout performances
Immanuel Quickley: 32 PTS, 8 ASTS, 2 STLS, 2 REBS
Oshae Brissett: 22 PTS, 7 REBS, 3 ASTS
Chris Duarte: 14 PTS, 3 ASTS, 2 REBS, 2 STLS, 2 BLKS
Trey Murphy: 26 PTS, 9 REBS, 3 ASTS
Tyrese Maxey: 21 PTS, 5 REB, 4 AST, 3 STL
Desmond Bane: 32 PTS, 4 ASTS, 2 REBS, 2 BLKS
Xavier Tillman:15 PTS, 8 REB, 7 AST, 3 BLK
Chimezie Metu: 16 PTS, 4 REB, 4 AST, 4 STL
Jaylen Nowell: 24 PTS, 6 REB, 4 AST
Jalen Suggs: 24 PTS, 9 REB, 3 BLK
Jordan Nwora: 30 PTS, 8 REB, 6 AST
Top Storylines & Highlights
Magic have a star in Jalen Suggs
The No. 5 pick records two of his three blocks in the clutch - one in the final minute of regulation and one in the final minute of overtime - while also recording a double-double of 24 points and nine rebounds.
𝐁𝐋𝐎𝐂𝐊 𝐎𝐅 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐍𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓 via @jalensuggs #MagicSummer || @AdventHealth pic.twitter.com/FExsDBFw7h
— Orlando Magic (@OrlandoMagic) August 10, 2021
Immanuel Quickley is all about that New York grind
“That’s what the Knicks culture is: working hard, enjoying the work, getting better," Quickley said postgame.
The young Knicks guard led from the front, with 32 points, eight assists and two steals, in the Knicks victory.
Immanuel Quickley shake and bake 😱 pic.twitter.com/VtaAAu9a51
— NBA TV (@NBATV) August 9, 2021
Pacers rookie Duarte turns heads
Picked 13th overall in the 2021 Draft, Chris Duarte turned heads with his all-round play on Day 2 of the Summer League, including this tough buzzer-beater.
Chris Duarte drains a TOUGH shot at the buzzer 🚨 pic.twitter.com/b0xdka1J7m
— NBA TV (@NBATV) August 9, 2021
Isaiah Miller GOT UP!
Isaiah Miller puts an exclamation point on the third quarter 😱
— NBA (@NBA) August 10, 2021
📺: #NBASummer on ESPNU pic.twitter.com/8ZPlNZsrM9
Davion Mitchell shows off moves on both ends
Lot of talk about the Kings' pick in the Draft and no, he's not related to Donovan Mitchell.
Nonetheless, Davion let his game do the talking about why he was heavily discussed.
Davion Mitchell showing off his clamps on defense 🔒 pic.twitter.com/9iRdD8m88N
— NBA TV (@NBATV) August 9, 2021
Davion Mitchell showin' off the moves ♨️ #NBASummer pic.twitter.com/AZLOilX2UH
— NBA TV (@NBATV) August 9, 2021
GAME-WINNER!
In a close Timberwolves-Spurs game, Nathan Knight comes away with the game-winning putback bucket.
Nathan Knight takes the lead with the putback! pic.twitter.com/7760lQ4u8j
— NBA Summer League (@NBASummerLeague) August 10, 2021
Games and results
New York Knicks 94, Indiana Pacers 86
New Orleans Pelicans 94, Chicago Bulls 77
Philadelphia 76ers 95, Dallas Mavericks 73
Memphis Grizzlies 91, Brooklyn Nets 84
Sacramento Kings 80, Charlotte Hornets 70
Minnesota Timberwolves 91, San Antonio Spurs 89
Orlando Magic 91, Golden State Warriors 89
Milwaukee Bucks 81, LA Clippers 78
Utah Jazz 63, Phoenix Suns 57
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