On July 15, the NBA Summer League will see the Washington Wizards take on the Houston Rockets, setting the stage for a direct showdown between No. 2 pick Sall and No. 3 pick Shepherd.
In their Summer League debut, the Wizards defeated the Atlanta Hawks 94-88. No. 2 draft pick Sall put up an all-around performance with 12 points, 7 rebounds, 4 assists, and 5 blocks, showcasing his talent and exceptional defensive energy. Additionally, 14th overall pick Carrington had a standout game with 19 points, 9 rebounds, and 8 assists, somewhat stealing the spotlight from the top picks.
The Wizards selected Sall with the second overall pick in the draft, a player who stands at 2.13 meters tall with a wingspan of 2.24 meters, often compared to a less affluent version of Victor Wembanyama. In his first game, Sall demonstrated his defensive dominance. Carrington, despite being relatively slight, also showcased impressive shooting and playmaking abilities. Their performances in upcoming games are highly anticipated.
The Rockets, in their opening game, easily defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 99-80. No. 3 pick Shepherd’s performance captured league-wide attention as he recorded 23 points, 4 rebounds, 5 assists, and 3 blocks, including four out of six three-point attempts, displaying remarkable shooting skills. Despite playing against a popular figure like Bronny James, Shepherd won over fans with his skill. In addition to Shepherd, Whitmore contributed 20 points and 10 rebounds.
The Rockets chose Shepherd with the third overall pick in the draft. His college three-point shooting percentage was a staggering 52.1%, and he exhibited this trait in his first game. Besides Shepherd, rookie AJ Griffin at No. 44 is worth watching, having scored 8 points in his debut. Moreover, last year’s 20th pick, Whitmore, participating in the Summer League, could be seen as a dominant force.
The matchup between the Wizards and the Rockets will feature the much-anticipated face-off between Sall and Shepherd. Though they play different positions, the game will reveal their respective strengths. Whitmore may well prove to be the decisive factor in the game’s outcome, potentially emerging as the game’s top star.
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