Published on: Aug 8, 2021 5:00 pm IST|Updated on: Aug 9, 2021 3:36 am IST
The NBA is back as the Summer League gets underway with some heated competitions. In this game, the Los Angeles Lakers will play against the Phoenix Suns. More about PHX vs LAL Dream 11 will be given below.
The Summer League is about finding fits and most players auditioning for a roster spot to further their professional basketball career. Usually, rookies who are fresh from the NBA draft get a chance to be the ace players of the team, and thus, there is a lot of young and fresh talent on display. However, it is not like that some NBA regulars don’t feature in the competition, as there are players who look to train through the League and several others who like to regain their footing in the league. While the Lakers signed the Internet sensation and well-known dunker Mac McClung in a training camp deal, the Suns’ squad is full of professionals both from the NBA and overseas. It will be an interesting battle between the two squads.
Match Timing: 9 August, @ 08:00 AM Venue: Thomas and Mack Center, Las Vegas
The contest will take place at Thomas and Mack Center, which is one of the designated spots for basketball matches in the NBA Summer League.
Phoenix Suns| Los Angeles
Games: 00 | 02 Wins: 00 | 01 Defeats: 00| 01
PG: J Smith(SP), M McClung SG: T Alexander SF: A Diallo PF: A Reaves, Y Childs C: V Law, D Cacock(PP)
Jalen Smith (last match stats) *Phoenix yet to play*
Devontae Cacok (last match stats) Points: 13 Rebounds: 06 Assists: 01
1. Devontae Cacok Points: 13 Rebounds: 06 Assists: 01 Cacock is an undersized Center but makes up for it with his hustle and athleticism. He likes to play inside and can also be effective on rebounding and defense. He is a candidate as the Super-Player in the Dream11 Fantasy basketball scenario.
2. Jalen Smith Yet to play Smith was picked in the last year’s draft by the Suns and although he didn’t get enough minutes, he shows a lot of potential. He thrives in open-court situations and can make electric finishes while being a great rebounder. That is why he can be chosen as a Pro-Player in the Dream 11 Fantasy scenario.
3. Vic Law Points: 11 Rebounds: 05 Assists: 00 Vic Law is a Forward who moves well off the ball. He is primarily a shooter and can play decent team defense while being a decent rebounder.
4. Ty-Shon Alexander Yet to play Alexander likes to shoot the ball and has a beautiful shooting stroke. Although he played usually in the garbage time for the Suns, this is a great opportunity for him to showcase his skills.
5. Mac McClung Points: 11 Rebounds: 02 Assists: 02 Mac is an uber-athletic player who can light it up with jaw-dropping dunks and plays in the air. Although his game needs polishing, he has shown a lot of promise in the two games so far.
6. Yoeli Childs Points: 09 Rebounds: 08 Assists: 00
7. Chaundee Brown Jr. Points: 12 Rebounds: 04 Assists: 00
8. Austin Reaves Points: 07 Rebounds: 02 Assists: 03
BENCH: Kyle Alexander, Vitto Brown, Alpha Diallo, Michael Frazier II, Jon Axel Gudmundsson, Zachary Hawkins, Tyrique Jones, Trey Kell, Jo Lual-Acuil Jr, Nate Mason, Emmanuel Nzekwesi, Justin Simon, Jaleen Smith.
Phoenix Suns Squad: Jalen Smith, Ty-Shon Alexander, Kyle Alexander, Vitto Brown, Alpha Diallo, Michael Frazier II, Jon Axel Gudmondson, Zachary Hawkins, Tyrique Jones, Trey Kell, Jo Lual-Acuil Jr, Nate Mason, Emmanuel Nzekwesi, Justin Simon, Jaleen Smith.
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BENCH: Mac McClung, Trevelin Queen, Yoeli Childs, Chaundree Brown Jr., Romaro Gill, Jordan Floyd, Alan Griffin, Zavier Simpson, Tres Tinkle.
Los Angeles Lakers Squad: Deavontae Cacock, Justin Robinson, Vic Law, Joel Ayayi, Austin Reaves, Mac McClung, Trevelin Queen, Yoeli Childs, Chaundree Brown Jr., Romaro Gill, Jordan Floyd, Alan Griffin, Zavier Simpson, Tres Tinkle.
Catch the live stream on NBA League Pass. Follow the score on the official website of the NBA.
No TV Channel in India will showcase the match but highlights will be available on the official Youtube channel of the NBA.