Weekly NBA Roundup

Weekly NBA Roundup

July 28, 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 back to Big Dill Sports! I’m your host, Dillon, and today we’ve got a jam-packed episode. We’re diving into all the excitement from the NBA Summer League and some sizzling trade rumors.

Let's start by celebrating the Charlotte Hornets, who clinched their first-ever NBA Summer League title. They took down the Sacramento Kings with an 83-78 victory. Leading the charge was none other than Kon Knueppel, the fourth overall pick, who delivered an impressive 21 points. He sealed the deal with a clutch three-pointer and a free throw in the final 32 seconds. The Hornets sprinted off with a strong 34-18 lead in the first quarter and held on despite the Kings’ late-game surge. Big shout-out to Kon for snagging the Championship Game MVP honors!

Now, on the Kings’ side, Isaac Jones put on a show with 24 points and 11 rebounds, showing why he’s a name to watch. Even though they came up short, the Kings had standout performances, with Nique Clifford emerging as a promising talent.

Moving on to our Summer League standouts: Kyle Filipowski of the Utah Jazz was named the overall MVP. He averaged an incredible 29.3 points, showing off a perimeter-ready skill set that could earn him a bigger role next season. Keep an eye on that guy!

Another player turning heads was Cooper Flagg, the Dallas Mavericks’ No. 1 pick, showcasing his all-around skills with a notable 31-point game. Yang Hansen from the Trail Blazers also impressed with his versatility, drawing comparisons to the great Nikola Jokić. And let's not forget Bronny James, who, despite health setbacks, showed flashes of becoming a reliable player.

Dylan Harper of the Spurs, their No. 2 pick, displayed some serious scoring and playmaking talent, making him a strong Rookie of the Year candidate.

Now, let’s chat about some juicy trade rumors and free-agent buzz. Kevin Love, currently with the Utah Jazz, reportedly has an eye on more glamorous markets like LA or New York. His future is still up in the air, so we’ll see where he lands.

There’s also talk of a high-profile trade involving the Lakers, Mavericks, and Nets. This blockbuster rumor suggests the Lakers are eyeing a big-time center. If this goes through, it could shift the power dynamics in the West and spice up the Lakers-Mavericks rivalry.

Meanwhile, LeBron James appears unfazed by trade rumors, spending his off-time vacationing in Cannes. However, speculation about teaming up with Kyrie Irving in Dallas continues to swirl, even if it seems unlikely.

On the transaction front, the Pistons have signed Colby Jones to a two-way contract, and Jared Butler has landed a one-year deal with the Phoenix Suns. The Charlotte Hornets also made a move by signing Antonio Reeves to a two-way contract.

Lastly, on the coaching side, the Knicks are looking to shake things up and have sought permission to interview Pablo Prigioni from the Timberwolves. It looks like changes are on the horizon as teams prepare for the upcoming season.

And now, my favorite part of the show, the Big Dill of the week! This honor goes to none other than Kon Knueppel for his standout performance in the Summer League championship. Leading the Hornets to their first-ever title and grabbing that MVP trophy is a big deal indeed.

That’s it for this episode of Big Dill Sports. Thanks for tuning in! As we inch closer to training camps, make sure you stick with us for all the latest NBA updates. Until next time, keep ballin’!

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