Get ready for the NBA Summer League game between Oklahoma City Thunder and Washington Wizards on July 13, 2023. This article contains preview, prediction, players to watch and rosters for both teams.
Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Washington Wizards NBA Summer League July 13, 2023 Preview
Having Chet Holmgren on their team made the Thunder a dominant force. The talented player, who was selected second in the draft, showed his dominance in Las Vegas after recovering from an injury that kept him out for the entire 2022-23 NBA season. Additionally, the Thunder’s roster includes Jeremiah Robinson-Earl, who brings NBA experience, as well as Keyontae Johnson, Cason Wallace and Jared Butler.
Without a doubt, Oklahoma assembled one of the strongest Summer League lineups. On the other hand, the Wizards managed to win just one game during the Summer League, defeating the Boston Celtics. Despite this, both Tristan Vukčević and Bilal Coulibaly showed impressive performances during the tournament.
Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Washington Wizards NBA Summer League Prediction
The Oklahoma City Thunder have plenty of skill and depth in their lineup. Chet Holmgren is expected to be the most outstanding player in the game. It’s hard to imagine the Thunder losing to the Wizards. Despite this, Coulibaly and Vukevic have the ability to make a significant impact on both offense and defense, giving Washington a chance.
So, the Thunder will probably have to put in a lot of effort and determination to secure the win, but they are definitely favored to win.
Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Washington Wizards NBA Summer League Players to Watch?
The game will be broadcast by ESPN, NBA League Pass and FUBO TV. You can tune into any of these channels to follow the game. The game is set for Cox Pavilion and will begin at 4:30 PM ET.
Key players to watch in Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Washington Wizards: Chet Holmgren is expected to be the main attraction in the game. Being the first pick in the draft, he showed off his versatile skills during his time in Las Vegas. Additionally, keep an eye on Keyontae Johnson and Cason Wallace as they adjust to the NBA game, as both are intriguing players to watch.
For the Wizards, Tristan Vukčević and Bilal Coulibaly are the standout players and arguably the most talented on their team. It will be enjoyable to see these two Wizards players compete against the Thunder’s deep lineup.
Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Washington Wizards NBA Summer League Rosters
Oklahoma City Thunder Summer League Roster
PLAYER | # | POS | HEIGHT | WEIGHT | DATE OF BIRTH | AGE | EXP | SCHOOL | HOW ACQUIRED |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Jaylin Williams | 6 | F | 6-10 (view, expert). | 245 lbs | JUNE 29, 2002 | 21 | 2 | Arkansas | #34 2022 draft pick |
Chet Holmgren | 7 | FC | 7-1 | 208 lbs | MAY 1, 2002 | 21 | R | Gonzaga | Number 2. 2022 draft pick |
Jalen Williams | 8 | GF | 6-6 | 218 lbs | April 14, 2001 | 22 | 2 | Santa Clara | #12 2022 draft pick |
Ousmane Dieng | 13 | F | 6-10 (view, expert). | 220 lbs | MAY 21, 2003 | 20 | 2 | New Zealand Breakers | Sketch rights traded from NYK on 6/23/22 |
Jared Butler | 14 | MR | 6-3 | 193 lbs | 25 AUGUST 2000 | 22 | 3 | Baylor | – |
Jaden Shackelford | 15 | MR | 6-3 | 200 lbs | FEBRUARY 14, 2001 | 22 | R | Alabama | – |
Zhaire Smith | 16 | GF | 6-3 | 205 lbs | JUNE 4, 1999 | 24 | 3 | Texas Tech | – |
Keyontae Johnson | 18 | F | 6-6 | 235 lbs | MAY 24, 2000 | 23 | R | Kansas State | #50 2023 draft pick |
Cason Wallace | 22 | MR | 6-4 | 193 lbs | November 7, 2003 | 19 | R | Kentucky | Sketch rights traded from DAL on 07/06/23 |
Tre Mann | 23 | MR | 6-3 | 184 lbs | FEBRUARY 3, 2001 | 22 | 3 | Florida | #18 2021 draft pick |
Daeqwon Plowden | 25 | GF | 6-6 | 216 lbs | AUGUST 29, 1998 | 24 | R | Bowling Green | – |
The judge sues | 27 | F | 6-6 | 210 lbs | MARCH 15, 1999 | 24 | R | Ohio State | – |
Hunter Maldonado | 31 | MR | 6-7 | 200 lbs | MARCH 24, 1999 | 24 | R | Wyoming | – |
Tanner Groves | 33 | FC | 6-10 (view, professional). | 235 lbs | MAY 22, 1999 | 24 | R | Oklahoma | – |
KJ Williams | 42 | F | 6-10 (view, professional). | 250 lbs | September 3, 1999 | 23 | R | State of Louisiana | – |
Jahmi’us Ramsey | 45 | MR | 6-3 | 190 lbs | JUNE 9, 2001 | 22 | 3 | Texas Tech | – |
Jeremiah Robinson-Earl | 50 | FC | 6-9 (view, professional). | 240 lbs | November 3, 2000 | 22 | 3 | Villanova | Draft rights traded from NYK on 7/30/21 |
Caleb McConnell | 55 | MR | 6-7 | 200 lbs | JUNE 8, 1999 | 24 | R | Rutgers |
Washington Wizards Summer League Roster
NOT. | NAME | POS | HT | WT | AGE | TRANS. TEAM/COUNTRY | NBA OF THE YEAR |
11 | Kyle Alexander | F | 6-10 (view, professional). | 216 | 21.10.96 | Valencia/USA | 1 |
8 | Jules Bernard | MR | 6-6 | 205 | 21.01.00 | Capital of Go-Go/USA | R |
12 | Xavier Cooks | F | 6-8 | 183 | 19.08.95 | Washington Wizards/Australia | 1 |
0 | Bilal Coulibaly | MR | 6-6 | 195 | 26.07.04 | Metropolitans 92/France | R |
1 | Johnny Davis | MR | 6-4 | 195 | 27.02.02 | Washington Wizards/USA | 1 |
29 | Quenton Jackson | MR | 6-5 | 173 | 15.09.98 | Washington Wizards/USA | 1 |
21 | Osun Osunniyi | C | 6-10 (view, expert). | 235 | 21.10.98 | State of Iowa/USA | R |
5 | DJ Stewart | MR | 6-6 | 205 | 28.07.99 | Sioux Falls Skyforce/USA | R |
10 | Dejan Vasiljević | MR | 6-3 | 190 | 26.04.97 | Sydney Kings/Australia | R |
00 | Tristan Vukcevic | F | 7-0 | 225 | 03/11/03 | KK Partizan Belgrade/Italy | R |
23 | Donovan Williams | MR | 6-6 | 190 | 06.09.01 | Atlanta Hawks/USA | 1 |
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