How Keaton Wagler BOUNCED BACK Against The Utah Jazz

How Keaton Wagler BOUNCED BACK Against The Utah Jazz

July 14, 2026 · 26 min · Episode 2125

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The episode discusses Keaton Wagler's impressive performance in a Summer League game against the Utah Jazz and the implications for the LA Clippers' young core.

Keaton Wagler rebounds from early criticism, exploding for 23 points to lead the Los Angeles Clippers to a dominant 104-82 Summer League win over the Utah Jazz. Is Wagler proving why he was a top-five pick, or should fans temper their expectations after just two games? Die hard LA Clippers fan and Host Dime Dropper spotlights Wagler’s third-quarter takeover, dissecting his improved aggression, pick-and-roll reads, and defensive effort against elite matchups like Darius Acuff Jr. and Darryn Peterson. Additional highlights include Baba Miller’s versatile inside-out game, Kobe Sanders’ defensive spark, and the steady rise of Nick Martinelli as a crafty second-round surprise. Concerns mount around Cam Christie’s development and future with the team after a tough outing, as expectations for the Clippers’ young core take shape. Are these flashes a sign of genuine NBA potential, or is Summer League success just the beginning of a much bigger journey?

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Organizations: Los Angeles Clippers, Utah Jazz

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