NBA Summer League in Las Vegas highlights Spanish, French rookies and Labaron Philon

NBA Summer League Spanish rookies French prospects Labaron Philon Las Vegas

The opening night of the NBA Summer League in Las Vegas featured a wave of rookie debuts. First‑round pick Labaron Philon scored 18 points for the Philadelphia 76ers against the Detroit Pistons, showing strong ball‑handling and defensive effort while also exposing areas for growth.

Spanish prospects made their mark as well. Sergio De Larrea posted 9 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists for the Dallas Mavericks, while his teammate Jorge Díaz‑Graham saw limited minutes. Baba Miller recorded 12 points, 5 rebounds and 3 blocks for the Los Angeles Clippers. Both performances underline Spain’s growing presence in the league.

French players also shone. AJ Dybantsa led the Washington Wizards to a 92‑88 win over the Utah Jazz with 27 points; Joan Beringer posted 18 points, 11 rebounds and 4 blocks for the Minnesota Timberwolves; and Noah Penda delivered 23 points, 7 rebounds and 3 blocks for the Orlando Magic. Their strong outings add to France’s emerging talent pool.

Overall, the tournament provided a platform for international prospects to showcase their skills, adapt to NBA pace, and attract further attention from coaches and scouts.