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Wagner has had to do everything for Orlando with Paolo Banchero sidelined, but he had one of the best games of his career in this one. He set a new career-high for assists and a new season-high for points. He scored 15 of his 37 points in the fourth quarter and hit a stepback 3-pointer with 2.5 seconds left to give Orlando the win. Following a five-game losing streak, the Magic have won seven of their last eight games. Wagner is the main reason for that, since this Magic team lacks offense outside of him and Banchero. He has been producing like a superstar in fantasy, and this was arguably the best game of his career.

After earning a rest-of-season contract with the Bucks last season, Rollins has re-signed with the team on a three-year deal. The final season of the contract is a player option, which is a win for the former second-round pick. In 56 games, Rollins averaged 6.2 points, 1.9 rebounds, 1.9 assists and 0.9 three-pointers in 14.6 minutes. He made 19 starts for the Bucks last season, and there’s a chance Rollins gets a shot at competing for a starting job this fall. Milwaukee waived Damian Lillard, and while Kevin Porter Jr. re-signed with the team, he may not be a lock to start. Rollins may not be a must-draft player in most fantasy leagues, but that could change with a good preseason.

Mobley, who was signed to a 10-day contract by the 76ers ahead of the final game of the 2024-25 season, is among the many who hope to earn themselves a training camp invite with a solid summer league. He played well against the Spurs, shooting efficiently and grabbing a few rebounds. To solidify a spot for himself in the fall, whether with the Warriors or another team, Mobley will likely have to provide more as a rebounder and defender.

Selected with the 56th overall pick in last month’s draft, Richard is the lone 2025 draft pick on the Warriors’ summer league roster. While he did not have his best night shooting the basketball, the versatile forward made frequent trips to the foul line to boost his point total. Add in the rebounds and defending, and Richard is a player who can offer value to a winning team. Depending on what happens with restricted free agent Jonathan Kuminga, Richard could be someone to watch early in the season, even if he is not worth selecting in fantasy drafts.

After an excellent career at Houston, Cryer was not selected in the 2025 draft. While that makes earning a shot in the NBA more challenging, it isn’t impossible. Cryer was terrific against the Spurs, shooting 5-of-7 from beyond the arc and leading the Warriors in scoring. The Warriors’ lone 2025 draft pick is Florida wing Will Richard, who was selected in the second round. So, there may be more room for Cryer to establish himself than if the team were looking to build up a first-round pick. Cryer is unlikely to impact fantasy basketball, but he’s a tough player who can shoot at a high level.

While Jones-Garcia agreed to a two-way contract with the Jazz last November, he did not see any time in the NBA. He’s one of many looking to use the summer as a springboard into greater security, and Sunday’s performance likely aided his cause. Jones-Garcia shot over 50 percent from the field and filled the stat line, with his six turnovers being the lone negative. There’s no need to consider Jones-Garcia for fantasy drafts, but he may be able to earn another two-way opportunity with a good summer.

Ingram did not see any action after halftime for the second straight game. On Saturday, Spurs summer league coach Mike Noyes said that the second-year forward tweaked his groin, hence the minutes limit. Ingram played 14 of a possible 20 first-half minutes before being shut down for the remainder of the game. While the previous experience should mean Ingram will be one of San Antonio’s leading options this summer, the minutes limit may minimize his impact.

As was the case in his preseason debut on Saturday, Jakučionis struggled with his shot against the Lakers. The rookie missed all three of his shot attempts, with a perfect afternoon at the foul line providing his point total, and was responsible for five turnovers. Jakučionis recorded three steals and provided a little more value in non-scoring categories than he did on Saturday. Rookies require patience, and Jakučionis’ struggles with his shot and turnovers are unsurprising, given the pre-draft conversations.

Inactive for the Lakers’ first game of the summer on Saturday, James was available and in the starting lineup on Sunday. He only played 11 minutes, but the Lakers guard knocked down two corner threes and opened the action with a breakaway dunk. Expecting Bronny to earn consistent rotation minutes next season may be a bit ambitious, but this is an important summer for him after playing sparingly as a rookie.

While incoming rookies and high-upside returnees tend to be the focus of summer league competition, it’s also an essential proving ground for veterans looking to earn a longer NBA look. Swider qualifies, and he’s played well in the Lakers’ first two games of the summer. After scoring 24 points against the Warriors on Saturday, he produced another 20-point effort on Sunday. Swider is not a player to consider for fantasy leagues, but he is a player who may earn himself a two-way contract or training camp deal if he can build on his first two games of the month.

Needing to upgrade their backup center situation, the Nuggets acquired Valančiūnas from the Kings in exchange for Dario Šarić. However, on Thursday, it was reported by BasketNews that the veteran center was considering a move to Europe to play for Greek power Panathinaikos. Valančiūnas is under contract with the Nuggets, so he would require a buyout to move to Greece. According to Charania, the Nuggets view JV as a key component for next season, so he’ll have to fulfill the requirements of his contract. Playing behind Nikola Jokić limits Valančiūnas’ fantasy value, but he’ll have “real” value to a team that hopes to contend for a championship.