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Grading the Nets 2018 Summer League Players

By Chris Milholen

LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 6: Caris Levert #22 of the the Brooklyn Nets looks on during the game against the Orlando Magic during the 2018 Las Vegas Summer League on July 6, 2018 at the Cox Pavilion in Las Vegas, Nevada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by David Dow/NBAE via Getty Images)
LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 6: Caris Levert #22 of the the Brooklyn Nets looks on during the game against the Orlando Magic during the 2018 Las Vegas Summer League on July 6, 2018 at the Cox Pavilion in Las Vegas, Nevada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by David Dow/NBAE via Getty Images) /
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Brooklyn Nets, NBA Summer League
LAS VEGAS, NV – JULY 6: Caris Levert #22 of the the Brooklyn Nets looks on during the game against the Orlando Magic during the 2018 Las Vegas Summer League on July 6, 2018 at the Cox Pavilion in Las Vegas, Nevada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by David Dow/NBAE via Getty Images) /

The Brooklyn Nets Summer League run was not a winning one. Although the Nets did not pick up a single win, the main goal was accomplished; to see what players are ready to take on the next level.

The Brooklyn Nets went winless in their Summer League campaign, but a good amount of young talent was displayed. There were a handful of players the Nets and their fans knew of and what they can bring to the court such as Milton Doyle and Jarrett Allen.

On the other hand, there were standout players who played great, proving they deserve a training camp spot. Let’s grade each player on the Nets Summer League roster and examine what their future holds.

Brooklyn Nets, NBA Summer League
LAS VEGAS, NV – JULY 11: Jordan McLaughlin #10 of the Brooklyn Nets handles the ball against the Houston Rockets during the 2018 Las Vegas Summer League on July 11, 2018 at the Cox Pavilion in Las Vegas, Nevada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by David Dow/NBAE via Getty Images) /

B. . PG. Brooklyn Nets. JORDAN MCLAUGHLIN

Jordan McLaughlin had a good run with the USC Trojans. He did not leave college early for the NBA and spent all four years with the Trojans. McLaughlin went undrafted last month.

The Brooklyn Nets signed McLaughlin to their 2018 Summer League roster and he played well. He showed he can compete and play.

On the offensive end, he showed he can not only score, but pass the ball very well. He is a decent shooter from behind the arc, but his strong suit is his mid-range game. The former Trojan can drive to the basket and shoot off the dribble.

He is not consistent from the free throw line, shooting only 5-of-9 from the line. Now, he did not get many opportunities from the line so we can not judge that area strongly. One area he did struggle on was his decision making.

McLaughlin averaged 3.0 turnovers a game, which is not good for a Summer League stat.

On the defensive end, he is a good defender. He plays with good intensity and always has his eyes on his target. He had four steals in five games and was one of Brooklyn’s bright standouts on that end of the floor.

Overall, he has a good run in the Summer League. He still needs development on both ends of the floor and is not ready for the NBA level. Despite not being ready, he should be in the conversation for a training camp invite.