7 observations for Philadelphia 76ers NBA Summer League

By Bret Stuter | Jul 2, 2017

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Seven observations

There are quite a few narratives occurring in each NBA Summer league game. Each contest will have their own set of unique elements to keep an eye one. In the 2016 season, one key was observing how well Timothe Luwawu-Cabarrot defended Los Angeles Lakers wing, Brandon Ingram. Luwawu-Cabarrot performed better than expected in that summer league game. That truly was a harbinger of things to come.

This year, there are plenty of Sixers fans observations. So enough of the lead-in, what are they?

Try to answer these questions during / after each summer league game

I:    How comfortable is Markelle Fultz at PG? At SG?
II:   Does Timothe Luwawu-Cabarrot have confidence in his three-point shot?
III: Can Alex Poythress impress enough to stick on roster this year?
IV: Which front court player excels into consideration for two-way contract?
V:   Which back court player excels into consideration for two-way contract?
VI: Does Larry Drew get Lion’s share of PG minutes?
VII: Which player attracts NBA contract offers from other NBA teams?

Now let’s elaborate on each point.