What happened: Caleb Wilson, the No. 4 overall pick, described the mentality behind his highlight dunk at NBA Summer League. "We are looking at me just completely explode off the ground and just try my best to dunk on someone," Wilson said of the play.

Why it matters: Summer League dunks like Wilson's shape early public perception of a top-five pick before his rookie season tips off. Explosive finishes at the rim are a marker teams and fans track when gauging a lottery selection's readiness.

What to watch: Wilson and the rest of the 2026 draft class continue play at NBA Summer League in Las Vegas.