Three Cavs To Closely Watch In Vegas Summer Run

The  Cavaliers are back in action Saturday at the Las Vegas Summer League, looking to bounce back from an opening loss as they face the Milwaukee Bucks.

Milwaukee enters the game at 1-0 after edging the Denver Nuggets by a single point earlier in the week. Former Cavaliers forward Pete Nance played a key role in that win, finishing with 13 points and 7 rebounds.

Cleveland dropped its first game, but the focus now shifts to development and evaluation. Here are three Cavs to keep an eye on in Game 2:

Jaylon Tyson

Tyson took the reins of the Cavs’ offense in the opener, finishing with 12 assists in place of injured guard Craig Porter Jr., who sat out with a hamstring issue. It remains uncertain whether Porter will be available for today’s game, but either way, Tyson figures to be heavily involved.

The 6-foot-7 wing made a strong first impression in Las Vegas and is on the radar as a possible rotation piece when the regular season begins. His passing, pace, and confidence were on full display, and another standout performance could shorten his Summer League stay altogether.

Nae’Qwan Tomlin

Tomlin was the breakout star in Cleveland’s first game, pouring in 30 points on 12-of-16 shooting. He flashed his full offensive package, including improved range and floor spacing. Known in college and the G League for being streaky from deep, Tomlin was locked in from the perimeter in Game 1.

At 6-foot-9 with a handle and elite athleticism, Tomlin is already a tough cover. If the outside shot holds, it adds a new wrinkle to his game. Defensively, he continues to show flashes of versatility. A consistent two-way effort could elevate him from a two-way contract to a standard NBA deal.

Tyrese Proctor

The Cavs’ rookie guard had an uneven debut, knocking down a few threes and playing well off the ball, but struggling when asked to create off the dribble. Ball-handling concerns followed Proctor from Duke, and they were evident in his first pro outing.

Still, his ability to space the floor is a plus, and he has the physical tools to develop into a capable defender. Saturday’s game presents another chance to evaluate his ability to attack closeouts, create separation, and handle pressure at the point of attack.

Tipoff is 3:30 p.m. EST on NBA TV and Rocket Entertainment Sports Network.