Charlotte Hornets: Summer League Stock Report

LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 06: Malik Monk #1 of the Charlotte Hornets brings the ball up the court against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the 2018 NBA Summer League at the Thomas & Mack Center on July 6, 2018 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Hornets defeated the Thunder 88-87. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images) /

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WASHINGTON, DC – MARCH 31: Dwayne Bacon #7 of the Charlotte Hornets shoots in front of Mike Scott #30 of the Washington Wizards during the second half at Capital One Arena on March 31, 2018 in Washington, DC. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images) /

Stock Up: Dwayne Bacon

The second-year player had a strong Summer League performance after a quiet rookie season. He played in all five games and finished first on the team in minutes (31.0), third in points (18.2) and rebounds (4.4).

Bacon had his best game against the Toronto Raptors and stepped up with the team missing Malik Monk, Devonte Graham and Willy Hernangomez. He finished with 28 points, five rebounds and two assists.

While Bacon did look good in Summer League, the small forward position is crowded with Michael Kidd Gilchrist and Miles Bridges already on the roster. It would not be surprising to see him start the year in the G-League and move up due to an injury or if Kidd Gilchrist is traded.

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