10 Players to Watch at Utah Jazz Summer League

Jul 14, 2015; Las Vegas, NV, USA; New York Knicks and Philadelphia 76ers players run across center court during an NBA Summer League game at Thomas & Mack Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-USA TODAY Sports
Jul 14, 2015; Las Vegas, NV, USA; New York Knicks and Philadelphia 76ers players run across center court during an NBA Summer League game at Thomas & Mack Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-USA TODAY Sports
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The Utah Jazz Summer League is back for a second season and there are plenty of players you need to keep your eyes on.

Jul 14, 2015; Las Vegas, NV, USA; New York Knicks and Philadelphia 76ers players run across center court during an NBA Summer League game at Thomas & Mack Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-USA TODAY Sports
Jul 14, 2015; Las Vegas, NV, USA; New York Knicks and Philadelphia 76ers players run across center court during an NBA Summer League game at Thomas & Mack Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-USA TODAY Sports

On July 4, 5 and 7, the Utah Jazz Summer League returns for the second straight summer. Just like last July, we will have the same four teams competing: the San Antonio Spurs, the Philadelphia 76ers, the Boston Celtics and the Utah Jazz.

The Summer League is a perfect opportunity for younger players on teams’ rosters to gain experience, learn their playbooks and get familiar with their coaching staffs. It’s also a great opportunity for teams to get an additional eight to 10 young free agents to workout with the team and have a chance to earn a roster spot.

While teams are trying out players whose names you don’t recognize, it can be hard to follow the games as a fan. But once you know what players to keep a close eye on, the games can be just as enjoyable as regular season action. Here’s my list of the top ten players to watch for this week.

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