NBA Rookies Haven’t Exceeded Their Meager Expectations

Los Angeles Clippers president Lawrence Frank announced that Chris Paul will primarily come off the bench next season, despite his history of starting 1,314 games, including all 82 last season with the Spurs. Frank consulted with teammates James Harden and Kawhi Leonard on Paul's signing, praising his leadership and competitiveness, while Bradley Beal will transition from jersey No. 3 to accommodate Paul. Want More Context? 🔎

David Jones-Garcia has signed a Two-Way contract with the San Antonio Spurs after an impressive performance in the Summer League, where he averaged 21.6 points, 6.2 rebounds, and 3.8 assists. The undrafted Memphis player also played 46 games in the G League last season, posting averages of 21.3 points, 7.1 rebounds, and 3.1 assists. Want More Context? 🔎

The 2025 Las Vegas Summer League concluded with the Charlotte Hornets, led by No. 4 pick Kon Knueppel, winning the championship by defeating the Sacramento Kings. Utah's Kyle Filipowski was named Summer League MVP, showcasing impressive stats, while standout performances from players like Ryan Kalkbrenner and Isaac Jones highlighted the event. Want More Context? 🔎