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Meleek Thomas leads NBA Summer League in scoring average

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 21, 2026, 1:47 AM

Last updated Jul 21, 2026

Meleek Thomas leads NBA Summer League in scoring average

Summary

Cleveland Cavaliers rookie Meleek Thomas recorded a strong performance in the NBA Summer League, averaging 27.3 points per game over four games. Thomas scored at least 20 points in each game, highlighted by back-to-back 30-point efforts. He led all players in scoring, finishing just ahead of three Washington Wizards players. Thomas, who was drafted 34th overall, signed a four-year contract with the Cavaliers on July 1 and looks to secure a role in the upcoming season.

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By the Numbers

•Thomas averaged 27.3 points, 3.8 assists, and 3.5 rebounds.
•He scored 85 points over his first three games in Las Vegas.
•Thomas's shooting percentage from beyond the arc was 43.8%.
•He was projected as a first-round pick before being selected 34th.
•Thomas debuted in the summer league on July 10 with 20 points.

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