Kyle Filipowski Shut Down for Remainder of Summer League Due to Rest

Kyle Filipowski has been shut down for the remainder of the Las Vegas Summer League for rest purposes, following a dominant performance that included a 35-point, 11-rebound double-double in an overtime loss to the Spurs. The 2024 second-round pick had a solid rookie season, averaging 9.6 points and 6.1 rebounds on 50.2 percent shooting in 21.1 minutes across 72 regular-season games. Filipowski, who signed a three-year, $9 million contract with the Jazz, is anticipated to see a larger role in his second year after the departure of John Collins, despite the team adding Jusuf Nurkic and Kevin Love to their frontcourt depth this offseason. His strong college career at Duke showcased above-average passing and an ability to stretch the floor, with potential comparisons to Lauri Markkanen, though he needs to improve defensively and from the free-throw line.