Meleek Thomas leads Summer League in scoring, earns All-Summer League honors
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 12:29 AM
Last updated Jul 29, 2026
Cleveland Cavaliers rookie Meleek Thomas ranked as the top scorer in the Summer League, averaging 27.3 points per game over four games in Las Vegas. Thomas's performance included a standout game against Miami, where he scored 35 points. He made the All-Summer League First Team alongside several top draft picks, highlighting his offensive potential alongside established teammates like James Harden and Donovan Mitchell. Thomas was selected 34th overall in the 2026 NBA Draft and signed a four-year contract on July 1.
- •Thomas averaged 27.3 points, 3.5 rebounds, and 3.8 assists in the Summer League.
- •He scored 85 points in his first three games, a Summer League record.
- •Thomas shot 50.0% from the field and 100% from the free throw line.
- •He made the All-Summer League First Team, showcasing his talent among rookies.
- •Cavaliers coach Kenny Atkinson begins training camp later this summer.
- 12:29 AMYahoo Sports — Meleek Thomas Among Summer's Stock Risers After Leading Summer League in Scoring
"Meleek Thomas made NBC Sports' summer stock risers list. The Cavaliers' second-round pick led the Summer League at 27.3 points a game across four Vegas games.
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