NBA Summer League: Dynasty Preview - Part 2 (Miami - Washington)


NBA Summer League tips off this weekend in California and Salt Lake City as young stars and hopeful prospects tune up ahead of Vegas Summer League (July 10–20).

For dynasty managers, this is a crucial stretch to scout your roster investments and uncover hidden gems. Here’s a look at the dynasty-relevant storylines on each team’s roster.

This is the second of a two part series. Part 1 is Here!

Miami Heat

The Heat bring a mix of rookies and familiar names to Summer League.

  • Kasparas Jakucionis makes his much-anticipated debut.
  • Kel’el Ware returns after averaging 9.3 pts & 7.4 reb as a rookie.
  • Pelle Larson saw some NBA minutes last year.
  • Former first-rounder Kira Lewis gets a tryout.
Dynasty managers should monitor Jakucionis’ NBA readiness and Ware’s usage growth.


Milwaukee Bucks

Milwaukee’s Summer League roster is light but intriguing.

  • 2025 second-rounder Bogoljub Markovic debuts.
  • Veteran Kenta Bates-Diop gets a long look.
  • Tyler Smith hopes to build on late-season flashes.
Dynasty managers should track Smith’s trajectory as a potential stretch big.


Minnesota Timberwolves

A talented Wolves squad features several dynasty-relevant names.

  • Joan Beringer gets perhaps his best showcase of the year.
  • Rob Dillingham and Terrence Shannon return.
  • Leonard Miller continues to develop.
Dynasty managers should keep an eye on Beringer’s scoring efficiency.


New Orleans Pelicans

The Pelicans showcase two polarizing first-round picks.

  • Jeremiah Fears and Derik Queen debut.
  • Hunter Dickinson anchors the paint.
Dynasty managers should watch Fears’ efficiency and Queen’s NBA fit.


New York Knicks

New York brings a pair of prospects looking to prove themselves.

  • Mohamed Diawara debuts as the Knicks’ 2nd-round pick.
  • Former five-star recruit Dink Pate gets a pro look.
Dynasty managers should look for flashes from Diawara in a low-pressure role.


Oklahoma City Thunder

OKC continues its youth movement this summer.

  • Rising rookie Thomas Sorber has momentum.
  • Ajay Mitchell builds on previous progress.
  • Nikola Topic makes his much anticipated debut.
Dynasty managers should see if Sorber’s stock keeps climbing.


Orlando Magic

The Magic highlight their young forward depth.

  • Tristan Da Silva and Noah Penda share the floor.
  • Jase Richardson brings long-range shooting.
Dynasty managers should watch how the forwards complement each other.


Philadelphia 76ers

Philly shows off its promising young core.

  • Rookies VJ Edgecombe and Johni Broome debut.
  • Sophomores Justin Edwards, Adem Bona, and Alex Reese return.
Dynasty managers should watch Broome & Bona’s development as a future big duo.


Phoenix Suns

Phoenix hopes to showcase their young frontcourt.

  • Rasheer Fleming and Khaman Maluach hold down the paint.
  • Rookie Koby Brea adds shooting depth.
Dynasty managers should evaluate Fleming & Maluach as deep dynasty stashes.


Portland Trailblazers

The Blazers bring plenty of names to watch.

  • Hansen Yang debuts as a highly-touted prospect.
  • Recent picks Rayan Rupert, Sidy Cissoko, and James Bouknight return.
  • Caleb Love debuts on a two-way deal.
Dynasty managers should see how Yang looks in extended minutes.


Sacramento Kings

Sacramento debuts two rookies with plenty of upside.

  • Maxime Raynaud and Nique Clifford both debut.
  • Dylan Cartwell adds a familiar March Madness face.
Dynasty managers should watch Raynaud’s fit in Sacramento’s system.


San Antonio Spurs

San Antonio’s roster is much more talented than usual.

  • 2025 first-rounders Dylan Harper and Carter Bryant lead.
  • Jameer Nelson Jr. carries on his father’s legacy.
Dynasty managers should keep tabs on Harper’s role and upside.


Toronto Raptors

Toronto mixes rookies and promising young pros.

  • First-rounder Collin Murray-Boyles debuts.
  • Jamal Shead and Ja’Kobe Walter return after flashing last season.
Dynasty managers should watch Murray-Boyles’ usage & Walter’s consistency.


Utah Jazz

The Jazz boast arguably the deepest Summer League roster.

  • Rookies Ace Bailey and Walter Clayton debut.
  • Returning names: Cody Williams, Bryce Sensabaugh, Kyle Filipowski, Isaiah Collier.
Dynasty managers should take notes on rotations and Bailey’s immediate impact.


Washington Wizards

The Wizards have a respectable group of young players.

  • Bub Carrington and Tre Johnson headline.
  • Rookie wing Will Riley rounds out the roster.
Dynasty managers should evaluate Carrington’s playmaking and Johnson’s scoring volume.


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