2026 NBA All‑Summer League Second Team Named

Second Team Roster

On July 21, 2026, NBA Communications released the 2026 NBA All‑Summer League Second Team, highlighting five players who stood out during the training camp. The group includes Cedric Coward of the Memphis Grizzlies, Egor Dёmin of the Brooklyn Nets, Khaman Maluach of the Phoenix Suns, Liam McNeeley of the Charlotte Hornets, and Zyon Pullin of the Minnesota Timberwolves. This second‑team selection caps off a week of evaluation that began with the first‑team announcement. Each name reflects a different club’s effort to identify rising talent for the upcoming season.

• Cedric Coward – Memphis Grizzlies
• Egor Dёmin – Brooklyn Nets
• Khaman Maluach – Phoenix Suns
• Liam McNeeley – Charlotte Hornets
• Zyon Pullin – Minnesota Timberwolves

Why This Roster Matters

These five players now enter the spotlight as teams look to integrate fresh faces. Coward’s speed and defensive instincts could give the Grizzlies a reliable wing option. Dёmin’s selection suggests the Nets see potential in a versatile big who can stretch the floor. Maluach adds depth to the Suns’ frontcourt, while McNeeley and Pullin provide promising wing potential for the Hornets and Timberwolves. The recognition may accelerate their development paths heading into training camp.

About the All‑Summer League

The NBA All‑Summer League serves as a platform for prospects to showcase skills before the regular season kicks off. Coaches, scouts, and media use the event to gauge performance under real‑game conditions. The second team announcement follows the first team’s reveal, offering fans a fuller view of who impressed during the camp. This year’s format continues a longstanding tradition that helps shape roster decisions across the league.