Meleek Thomas shines for Cavaliers at NBA Summer League in Las Vegas
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 13, 2026, 12:52 AM
Last updated Jul 13, 2026
Meleek Thomas, the Cleveland Cavaliers' second-round pick from the 2026 NBA Draft, scored 30 points in his latest Summer League game in Las Vegas. This performance reflects his scoring ability previously shown at Arkansas. Thomas's emergence comes as the Cavaliers look for bench scoring options, especially with James Harden remaining a free agent. If Thomas can contribute meaningfully off the bench, it could enhance Cleveland's backcourt alongside Donovan Mitchell.
- •Meleek Thomas scored 30 points in his second Summer League game.
- •He was selected 34th overall by the Cavaliers in the 2026 NBA Draft.
- •James Harden remains unsigned, impacting the Cavaliers' backcourt strategy.
- •Thomas aims to provide bench scoring for Cleveland in the upcoming season.
- •His Summer League performance draws on his college success at Arkansas.
- 12:52 AMYahoo Sports — Cavs' Meleek Thomas making name for himself already at NBA Summer League as James Harden remains free agent
"Thomas is getting buckets just like he did at Arkansas.
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