Former Texas A&M basketball star Dexter Dennis put on a complete performance in his first full opportunity during the 2023 Las Vegas Summer League.
After registering a DNP in the Orlando Magic’s first summer league contest in Las Vegas, Dennis was given the starting nod in Thursday’s tilt versus the New York Knicks. In a performance that mirrored his impact while donning the Maroon and White, Dennis was active on both ends while flexing his potential to be a pure bucket-getter when needed.
The former Aggie scored 9 points on 3-for-5 shooting from the floor (2-for-3 from three), with two rebounds and a steal in 14 minutes of action. He finished with a plus-minus of +13, the second-highest among all Magic players.
Dexter Dennis 3/3 from downtown today for the Magic. The former Texas A&M product got the starting nod this evening and is taking full advantage. Has been active on both ends. pic.twitter.com/L07ly2G3zg
— Jake (@jakeweingarten) July 13, 2023
Per the current summer league schedule format, each team plays at least five games throughout the tournament. Every team will play four games between July 7-14, with a fifth game hinging on the team’s record up to that point. After each team plays four games, the top four teams will advance to the playoffs. The 26 teams that do not advance to the four-team playoff will play a fifth game on either July 15 or July 16.
Given that Orlando’s record is 0-3 to date, odds are that Dennis and the Magic’s final game will fall in that latter category.
The Magic’s next bout is on Thursday, July 13, versus the Portland Trail Blazers, with tip-off set for 8 p.m. CT. Here’s to hoping Dennis has one more opportunity to show out in front of NBA scouts with a chance of landing a roster spot or a two-way contract.
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