Oregon Basketball: What teams will your favorite Ducks play for in the 2017 NBA Summer League?
By Connor Hope
Oregon Draft Picks
While Oregon had zero first round picks, three Ducks were drafted in the second round and will all be playing in the Summer League.
Jordan Bell (Golden State Warriors)
After being drafted by the Chicago Bulls with the 38th overall pick in the draft, Jordan Bell was quickly acquired by the Golden State Warriors. Bell gained a lot of media attention during the NCAA Tournament for his incredible work blocking and rebounding. At 6’9” Jordan Bell is short for his traditional center role, but he could provide the Warriors with a solid interior defender at either the four or five spot. Averaging a double-double in the tournament with three blocks per game, he will need to continue this defensive effort to make the roster. He will be playing for the Warriors in Vegas.
Tyler Dorsey (Atlanta Hawks)
After exploding for the Ducks in the postseason, Tyler Dorsey was selected by the Hawks with the 41st overall pick. While Dorsey was a solid player for most of the regular season, his 23.3 points and 4.0 rebounds per game in the postseason helped lead Oregon to a Final Four berth. During the 2017 NBA Summer League, Tyler Dorsey will need to establish himself as a three-point specialist. He will be playing for the Hawks in the Vegas Summer League.
Dillon Brooks (Memphis Grizzlies)
Perhaps the most disappointing player during Oregon’s NCAA Tournament run, Dillon Brooks was picked 45th overall. Despite leading Oregon to a Pac-12 Regular Season Championship and a three-seed, Brooks’ efficiency fell during the NCAA Tournament. Normally shooting over 47% on his career, Brooks’ shot under 37% in the tournament. When he plays for the Grizzlies in Vegas, Brooks will have to prove he can be an efficient scorer in the NBA.