The 2024 NBA Summer League concluded with an intense championship game between the Memphis Grizzlies and the Miami Heat, with the Heat emerging victorious with a score of 120-118. The summer league, which serves as a platform for young and upcoming talent to showcase their skills, saw many promising players making their mark.
Before the championship game took place, the All-Summer League teams were announced, recognizing the standout performers throughout the tournament. The announcement of the All-Summer League teams added another layer of excitement and anticipation for fans and players alike.
In the All-Summer League First Team, standout players like Jackson II, Pippen Jr., and Sheppard were recognized for their exceptional performances. Jackson II, drafted by Memphis in 2023, displayed his scoring prowess by averaging 20.8 points and 8.4 rebounds in five games, including a stellar 28-point performance in the championship game. Pippen Jr., who started the last 11 games of the season for Memphis, showcased his versatility by averaging 20.0 points, 5.0 rebounds, 8.2 assists, and 3.0 steals in the summer league. Sheppard, the third overall pick by the Rockets in the 2024 NBA Draft, demonstrated his potential by averaging 20.0 points, 4.8 rebounds, 5.3 assists, 2.8 steals, and 1.3 blocks during the tournament.
The All-Summer League Second Team featured promising talents like Ware and Carrington. Ware, selected 15th overall by the Heat, showed his skills by averaging 17.4 points, 8.0 rebounds, and 1.6 blocks in the summer league. Carrington, the 14th overall pick in the draft, made an impact with his all-around game, averaging 15.8 points, 7.4 rebounds, and 5.2 assists in the tournament.
Overall, the 2024 NBA Summer League provided a glimpse into the future of the league, with young talents stepping up and making a name for themselves. The competition was fierce, the performances were outstanding, and the excitement was palpable throughout the tournament. As the summer league came to an end, it left fans eagerly awaiting the start of the NBA season, where these promising young stars will look to make their mark on the big stage.
