Lakers summer league: Everything To Know

Lakers summer league 2024: League Lineup, Finalists, Highlights, Matches, Updates And Everything To Know

The Los Angeles Lakers are participating in the 2024 NBA Summer League, showcasing their young talent and new draft picks. The Summer League is a crucial opportunity for rookies and other young players to make an impression and earn a spot on the regular-season roster.

Schedule and Results

The Lakers’ Summer League schedule includes games in both the California Classic and the NBA 2K25 Summer League in Las Vegas:

California Classic (San Francisco)

• July 6: vs. Sacramento Kings at 1:30 p.m. PT
• July 7: vs. Golden State Warriors at 3:30 p.m. PT
• July 10: vs. Miami Heat at 4:00 p.m. PT

NBA 2K25 Summer League (Las Vegas)

• July 12: vs. Houston Rockets at 4:30 p.m. PT (Result: Rockets 99, Lakers 80)
• July 15: vs. Boston Celtics at 7:30 p.m. PT
• July 17: vs. Atlanta Hawks at 6:30 p.m. PT
• July 18: vs. Cleveland Cavaliers at 6:00 p.m. PT
• July 20-22: Four-Team Tournament & Consolation Games

League Lineup

The Lakers’ Summer League roster includes a mix of rookies, young players, and a few with some NBA experience. Key players to watch include:

• Dalton Knecht: First-round draft pick, known for his scoring ability.
• Bronny James: The son of LeBron James, making his Summer League debut.
• Colin Castleton: A promising center from Florida.
• Maxwell Lewis: A forward from Pepperdine with a versatile skill set.

Matches

The Summer League kicked off on July 12, 2024, in Las Vegas, with several exciting games already taking place. Key matches include:

• Clippers vs. Nuggets: Clippers won 88-78.
• Wizards vs. Hawks: Wizards won 94-86.
• Nets vs. Pacers: Nets won 97-95 in OT.

Key Players

• Dalton Knecht: The first-round draft pick had a standout performance in the opening game against the Rockets, scoring a game-high 25 points.
• Bronny James: The son of LeBron James, Bronny scored 8 points in his Summer League debut.
• Reed Sheppard: A notable player for the Rockets, Sheppard scored 23 points with 5 assists and 3 blocks in the game against the Lakers.

Game Highlights

• July 12, 2024: The Lakers kicked off their Las Vegas Summer League play with a loss to the Houston Rockets. Despite the defeat, Dalton Knecht’s performance was a highlight, showcasing his scoring ability and potential.

Coaching and Development

South Bay Lakers Head Coach Dane Johnson is leading the team during the Summer League. The focus is on player development, giving young talents like Bronny James and Dalton Knecht the chance to gain valuable experience and improve their skills.

Future Prospects

Both Bronny James and Dalton Knecht are expected to spend time in the G League next season to continue their development. This strategy aims to provide them with more playing time and opportunities to refine their game.