To the NBA’s credit, Summer League has gradually turned into something of a marquee event. The Thomas and Mack Center stands are frequently filled with NBA stars, top ranking executives, and even celebrities.This is not grainy NBA TV footage in an empty gym in the Orlando Magic’s practice facility anymore, this is a legitimate, sought after event.
Let’s be honest though, Summer League is what separates basketball fans, and basketball nerds. If your idea of a fun midsummer Saturday night is ordering some takeout, and watching hours of meaningless basketball games consisting of a few notable rookies and sophomores, combined with 80% of guys you’ve never heard of, then join me on the nerd bandwagon and move along.