The rookies at the top of the 2022 draft class dominated the headlines at NBA Summer League as Chet Holmgren and Paolo Banchero put on a show in limited action. Yet the intrigue from the action in Las Vegas extends far beyond the performances from the league’s top rookies. The two-week exhibition is also a showcase for the league’s second-year players. As incoming sophomores look to make a leap in their second 82-game campaign, Summer League is a natural jumping-off point.
So which second-year players made the most notable impact in Summer League? Let’s highlight some of the top performers.
