Darius Bazley reportedly attending OKC’s first Summer League game

Oklahoma City Thunder fans entered Fourth of July weekend with their two superstars, Paul George and Russell Westbrook, both on the roster, Steven Adams trade rumors flying around and NBA Summer League set to kick off in Las Vegas — with the team’s 2019 first-round draft pick, Darius Bazley, not on the team’s Summer League roster.

George is now on his way to Los Angeles to play for the Clippers with Kawhi Leonard. Westbrook may be gone soon, as well. Adams future with the Thunder remains up in the air, as well. All of which could lead to Bazley being an even more important piece for the team as the Thunder look toward the future.

Once the transaction between the Utah Jazz and the Thunder is complete, Bazley will be able to sign with Oklahoma City. Until that time, he cannot play in a Summer League game.

But he can still attend the games in Las Vegas, which he reportedly is, according to Brett Dawson of the Athletic:

Darius Bazley is at the Cox Pavillion for the Thunder’s Summer League game, sitting on the bench in sweats and an OKC polo. Safe to say he’s not playing today.

— Brett Dawson (@BDawsonWrites) July 6, 2019

Don’t see Darius Bazley on the Thunder bench to start the game. Not even sure he’s allowed to be, with the trade not yet official.

Also, first glimpse of a concept OKC will repeat with in the regular season, with “Thunder” rather than “Oklahoma City” on their blue jerseys.

— Brett Dawson (@BDawsonWrites) July 6, 2019