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Kalkbrenner finished with 10 points (5-7 FG, 0-0 3Pt, 0-2 FT), nine rebounds, five assists and three blocks in 30 minutes during Thursday's 86-74 Summer League win over the Magic.

The second-year center was dominant defensively and controlled the paint throughout the contest, finishing one rebound shy of a double-double while showcasing the passing ability that Charlotte hopes will complement his elite rim protection. The problem with Kalkbrenner's fantasy appeal is that he has to compete with Hannes Steinbach and Moussa Diabate for minutes.

Riley produced 18 points (5-12 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 5-6 FT), three rebounds and two assists in 29 minutes of Thursday's 92-88 Summer League win over the Jazz.

Riley made a strong impression Thursday, but he has a lot of work to do to earn a spot in the Wizards' much-improved rotation. On Washington's projected depth chart, Riley is slotted behind AJ Dybantsa and Bilal Coulibaly.

Bryant totaled 12 points (4-13 FG, 1-7 3Pt, 2-3 FT), two rebounds, one assist and two blocks in 25 minutes during Thursday's 93-66 Summer League loss to the Hawks.

The 2025 lottery pick shook off a scoreless first half to reach double figures, though he'll look to improve his efficiency after committing four turnovers. The Spurs used him at shooting guard Thursday, which put him out of his comfort zone, so that's something to watch going forward.

Veesaar recorded 14 points (5-8 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 1-2 FT), six rebounds, one assist and one block in 19 minutes during Thursday's 93-66 Summer League win over San Antonio.

The rookie center provided an offensive spark off the bench, flashing his floor-spacing ability and interior efficiency while continuing to strengthen his case for a larger Summer League role. As for the upcoming regular season, Onyeka Okongwu, Jock Landale (ankle), Mouhamed Gueye and Zuby Ejiofor are projected to be ahead of him on the depth chart.

Ejiofor finished with 12 points (2-7 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 4-4 FT), four rebounds, three assists, one steal and one block in 24 minutes during Thursday's 93-66 Summer League win over the Spurs.

The rookie didn't shoot efficiently from the field but filled the box score with contributions on both ends, continuing to showcase the defensive versatility that made him a productive collegiate big man. However, he's got a lot of work to do to see rotation minutes early on in Atlanta.

Acuff recorded 19 points (6-20 FG, 3-9 3Pt, 2-4 FT), three rebounds, seven assists, two steals and one block in 28 minutes during Thursday's 91-85 Summer League win over the Clippers.

The No. 7 overall pick showed flashes of the dynamic shot creation and playmaking that made him a lottery selection, overcoming an inefficient shooting night by setting up teammates and making an impact on both ends of the floor. With the Kings in the early stages of a rebuild, he's in a great spot for fantasy appeal right away.

Karaban went scoreless (0-6 FG, 0-4 3Pt) with two rebounds, one assist and one block in 24 minutes during Thursday's 91-85 Summer League win over the Clippers.

Although the former UConn standout missed all six of his field-goal attempts, he finished with a team-best plus-12 and continued to provide solid positional defense. He wasn't even supposed to be ready in time for this game due to an ankle sprain, so it's not worth overreacting to his scoreless outing.

Clifford supplied 13 points (4-8 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds, one assist, two steals and one block in 26 minutes during Thursday's 91-85 Summer League win over the Clippers.

Sacramento's first-round pick flashed the polished two-way game that made him one of the most NBA-ready prospects in the 2025 NBA Draft. With DeMar DeRozan moving on, Clifford has a much bigger path to minutes on the wings.

Cardwell registered 15 points (5-8 FG, 3-3 FT), nine rebounds, two assists and two blocks in 25 minutes during Thursday's 91-85 Summer League win over the Clippers.

The Auburn product made an immediate impact around the rim, finishing efficiently while falling one rebound shy of a double-double. After a standout rookie campaign in 2025-26, Cardwell will make a serious push for a rotation role ahead of Opening Night, especially if the Kings move on from Domantas Sabonis.

Mogbo posted 12 points (4-7 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 2-3 FT), seven rebounds, three assists, one steal and one block in 24 minutes during Thursday's 91-85 Summer League win over the Clippers.

Mogbo is coming off two seasons in Toronto, during which he primarily featured for their G League affiliate. The Kings signed him to a two-way contract July 1, and he's expected to have a prominent role with the Stockton Kings early on.