The NBA Summer League consists of constant action; it’s nearly impossible to keep track of all your school’s guys. Don’t fear, I have been keeping track of it all for the Musketeers. Xavier had some notable names in the Summer League, including Quincy Olivari, Dante Maddox Jr, and more. Everything you need to know is down below, let’s dive in!
Who Played?
Dante Maddox Jr (76ers)
Quincy Olivari (Trail Blazers)
Colby Jones (Warriors)
Tre Carroll (Wizards)
Zach Freemantle (Clippers)
Performance Summaries
Dante Maddox Jr.
15.6 PPG, 3.6 RPG, 2.0 APG, 1.0 SPG, 27.3 MPG
Dante probably had the best Summer League out of these five, putting up consistent numbers in all five games for Philadelphia. At Xavier, Dante’s play style was reliant on shooting beyond the arc. He continued that for Philly, knocking down 16 threes over a five-game span. He showed his ability to play elongated stretches against high-level competition, playing nearly three-fourths of the entire game on average.
Dante won the MVP award playing for Okapi Aalstar in the BNXT League this past season. The BXNT is the joint pro basketball league for Belgium and the Netherlands. This showed that Maddox is able to dominate at the European level. He is now hoping for a roster spot in the NBA after his strong showing in the Summer League.
Quincy Olivari
11.0 PPG, 3.2 RPG, 3.6 APG, 1.0 SPG, 19.3 MPG
Quincy has moved around quite a bit during his time in the NBA, finding himself on the Trail Blazers during the Summer League. He played all five games for Portland, averaging double digits. His best performance was against the Nuggets, where he put up 16 points on 4/6 shooting from deep, four assists, and no fouls in 21 minutes of playing time. Quincy showed his ability to score the basketball on any given day.
After the Summer League, Olivari quickly signed a deal with Italian Serie A Squad Dolomiti Energia Trento. This is a great step for Quincy, as he will be able to earn significant minutes and showcase his talent. Read more about Quincy’s deal here:
Tre Carroll
3.0 PPG, 4.0 RPG, 0.5 APG, .500 FG% 10.4 MPG
Tre was given limited opportunities on a Wizards team that is loaded with young talent, as he only appeared in two games (21 minutes total). When he was on the court, he showcased his ability to score on multiple levels and rebound the ball efficiently. However, scouts noted that he needed to work on staying solid on defense against NBA-caliber opponents. His best game was a six-point, five-rebound performance against the Bulls.
The next step for Tre is to hope to grab a spot on a G-League team and develop his defensive skills. If Tre isn’t able to attain that, the former Musketeer will likely move overseas to play ball.
Colby Jones
4.2 PPG, 2.8 RPG, 1.2 APG, 1.2 SPG, 14.1 MPG
Colby participated in the Summer League and the California Classic, playing a total of six games. He played a veteran role for the Warriors, helping them to a Summer League Championship. Jones provided reliable defense and consistent playmaking on the young roster. His best performance was against the Grizzlies, putting up seven points and five rebounds.
Colby will likely look for an opportunity to play in the G League to start this NBA season. He will hope to improve and land a two-way deal somewhere in the NBA. If he is not able to do that, he will also likely move overseas.
Zach Freemantle
1.0 PPG, 1.4 RPG, 0.2 APG, 0.2 BPG, 7.4 MPG
Zach struggled to find minutes behind a loaded Clippers backcourt. When he did play, he was not able to get much going. Freemantle is a talented player; he just needs the time to show what he can do at a high level.
Zach had a great season in the G-League last year, averaging 15.8 PPG, and 7.4 RPG. I would expect him to remain in the G-League for now.
Wrap-Up
Xavier has a talented group involved with the pro leagues right now. Multiple guys have opportunities to take up large roles with professional teams this upcoming season. This article didn’t even mention former Musketeer Naji Marshall. He has established himself as a consistent role player for the Dallas Mavericks. To conclude, the Muskies are producing solid talent and should continue to develop professional-level players for years to come under Pitino.