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Let’s jump into the top performers for Day 3 (Sunday July 7th)
TOP 5 PERFORMERS
These are our rankings based on statistics, impact to the game, and our overall impression of the player. We obviously care most about how they look from a hobby perspective…so we are looking for players we believe are impactful enough to influence their hobby prices.
#5: BRANDON CLARKE | Memphis Grizzlies
Opponent: Los Angeles Clippers
Stat Line: 17 Points, 4 Reb, 1 Asst, 0 Turnover
Years Pro: ROOKIE
Quick Reaction: This was my first time seeing him play in the Summer League, but I watched him a lot during his time at Gonzaga. When this guy starts to assert himself he is going to be a VERY IMPRESSIVE prospect!
Top Rookie Cards to own:
- NO ROOKIE CARDS YET
#4: IGNAS BRAZDEIKIS | New York Knicks
Opponent: Phoenix Suns
Stat Line: 30 Points, 8 Reb, 2 Assist, 5 Turnover || 11/19 FG + 3/6 3P
Years Pro: ROOKIE
Quick Reaction: Well, okay now. The former Michigan Wolverine had himself a game. He’s an aggressive player that apparently wants to make an NBA ROSTER. The Knicks fans might just fall in love with this guy.
Top Rookie Cards to own:
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NONE YET
#3: NAS MITROU-LONG | Cleveland Cavalies
Opponent: Chicago Bulls
Stat Line: 21 Points, 5 Reb, 8 Assist, 4 Turnover
Years Pro: ROOKIE
Quick Reaction: This dude is showing how complete he can be. This is the 2nd game where he’s been the most complete player on the court. Keep an eye on him.
Top Rookie Cards to own:
- NONE YET
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#2: MILES BRIDGES | Charlotte Hornets
Opponent: San Antonio Spurs
Stat Line: 23 Points, 7 Reb, 1 Assist, 3 Turnover — (4/9 3P)
Years Pro: 2nd
Quick Reaction: Okay!! Thank you Miles, I’v been anxious to see you burst out! If Bridges can find a way to consistently knock down the 3-pointer (4/9 today) then he will be a HUGE asset for Charlotte.
BUY HIS JERSEY: >> RIGHT HERE <<
Top Rookie Cards to own:
- 2018-19 Panini Prizm Silver || FIND on eBay HERE || Avg Silver Price BEFORE Summer League = $55 for PSA 10
- 2018-19 Donruss Optic Rated Rookie Holo || Find oneBay HERE || Avg Holo Price BEFORE Summer League = $3
#1: GARY TRENT JR | Portland Trailblazers
Opponent: Houston Rockets
Stat Line: 31 Points, 6 Reb, 5 Assist, 1 Turnover — (10/12 FG and 7/8 3-pointer)
Years Pro: 2nd
Quick Reaction: We go from Lonnie Walker to Troy Brown Jr to Gary Trent Jr. I mean, MY GOODNESS…. Gary Trent Jr owned the night with an absolutely complete game. This 2nd year former-DUKE star might just be ready to breakout!
BUY HIS JERSEY: >> RIGHT HERE <<
Top Rookie Cards to own:
- 2018-19 Panini Prizm Silver || FIND on eBay HERE || Avg PSA 10 Silver Price BEFORE Summer League = $2.00
- 2018-19 Donruss Optic Rated Rookie Holo AUTO || Find on eBay HERE || Avg Holo Price BEFORE Summer League = $2.00
Honorable Mentions
Here are a few players that also caught my attention and are worth watching during their follow-up games.
- Duncan Robinson | Miami Heat | 20pts, 10Reb, 2Asst | FIND eBay Rookie’s HERE
- Tyler Herro | Miami Heat | 16pts, 7Reb, 5Asst |NO ROOKIES YET
- Anfernee Simons | Portland Trailblazers | 16pts, 4Reb, 2Asst |FIND eBay Rookie’s HERE
- Keldon Johnson | San Antonio Spurs | 19pts, 4Reb, 1Asst |
- Terrance Mann | Los Angeles Clippers | 6pts, 14Reb, 4Asst | NO ROOKIES YET
WATCH OUT! ALERT!!
Holy Moly!! You want to see a player that came out of the gate with a bang?
MILES BRIDGES | Charlotte Hornets
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He was already on our TOP 5… but that dunk (at 1:07) was a beauty!
MOST DISAPPOINTING PLAYER
Today’s was…
RJ BARRETT
Um…. yeah… I thought Day 1 was bad. Here is his stat-line for Day 3’s game.
8pts on 3 for 15 shooting (20%)
10 REB (saving grace)
1 Assist
8 TURNOVERS
I’m just not impressed so far….
Catch you tomorrow with Day 3 update!
