Weekly NBA Roundup

July 14, 2025 • Sports

Hosted by Big Dill

About This Episode

Generated sports podcast with host Big Dill based on prompt: NBA news from the past week. Cover any summer league games, trade talk, or other league news.

Transcript

Welcome to Big Dill Sports, where we dive deep into the NBA action that’s turning heads. I’m Dillon, your guide to what’s buzzing in basketball. Let’s jump right into it!

The 2025 Las Vegas NBA Summer League didn’t disappoint, offering up some thrilling matchups and highlighting emerging talents. Over the course of July 10th to 13th, we saw teams showcase their rising stars at Cox Pavilion and the Thomas & Mack Center.

Kicking things off, the Timberwolves snagged a win against the Pelicans, 98-91. Terrence Shannon Jr. was on fire, lighting up the scoreboard with 20 points, pulling down six rebounds, and delivering nine assists. But don’t overlook Minnesota’s lottery pick, Joan Beringer, who added 11 points and made his presence felt defensively with six blocks.

The Pacers pulled off a dramatic comeback against the Cavaliers, clinching a 116-115 victory after trailing by 16 points. RayJ Dennis was unstoppable with 26 points, helping to seal the deal.

On July 11th, the Celtics showed off their depth, overcoming the Grizzlies 92-78 with cohesive play on both ends. Meanwhile, the Raptors dominated the Bulls 116-72, with AJ Lawson dropping 22 points in just 20 minutes.

Now, let’s talk about our top draft picks. The No. 1 pick, Cooper Flagg, made quite the debut for the Mavericks. Despite a tough shooting night, he showed his all-around game with 10 points, six rebounds, and multiple steals and assists. In his second appearance, Flagg exploded with 31 points, dazzling fans with highlight-reel dunks, although the Mavericks fell to the Spurs. Speaking of the Spurs, Dylan Harper chipped in 16 points, proving he’s one to watch.

Switching gears to some other standout performers. In Minnesota’s opener, Rob Dillingham contributed 15 points and six assists, and Joan Beringer continued to shine with his defensive effort. The Chicago Bulls narrowly defeated the Milwaukee Bucks 96-89, while the Miami Heat edged out the Celtics 119-114. Over in Golden State, the Warriors had a smooth 90-73 win over the Suns.

And now, let’s dive into some offseason transactions that stirred up conversations. The Clippers landed John Collins in a deal involving the Jazz and Heat. Meanwhile, the Pistons acquired sharpshooter Duncan Robinson, and Portland strengthened their backcourt by trading for Jrue Holiday.

The buzz didn’t stop there. In a blockbuster move, Kevin Durant and Clint Capela headed to the Rockets in a seven-team trade—talk about reshuffling the deck!

Rumors, anyone? Giannis Antetokounmpo sparked speculation about potential trades while partying in Greece, even though he seems to favor staying in Milwaukee. The Bucks are eyeing players like Bradley Beal and Malcolm Brogdon to bolster their lineup.

Let’s not forget the coaching shifts. The New York Knicks appointed Mike Brown as their new head coach—a two-time Coach of the Year, no less. Meanwhile, the Kings have bolstered their staff, setting the stage for a thrilling new season.

Before wrapping up, let’s highlight our player of the week—the “big dill” of Summer League—Cooper Flagg. Despite his rookie status, he’s already making a splash and showing why he’s a big deal. Keep an eye on him as he grows into a central figure for the Mavericks.

That wraps up this week’s NBA Roundup. Keep tuning in to Big Dill Sports for your basketball fix as we head closer to the new season. Until next time, I’m Dillon, and it’s always a big dill to have you with us.

Weekly NBA Roundup