Rising Talent: Kyle Filipowski Dominates at NBA 2K26 Summer League
Introduction
The NBA 2K26 Summer League in Las Vegas has been a hotbed for rising talent, and day six did not disappoint. Among the many standout performances, one player in particular has caught the attention of fans and scouts alike: Kyle Filipowski. The 6'11" forward from Duke University put on a show, showcasing his versatility and skill on both ends of the court.
Kyle Filipowski
Filipowski's performance was nothing short of dominant, as he tallied a game-high 28 points, along with 10 rebounds and 5 assists. But it wasn't just the stat line that impressed, it was the way he controlled the game with his size, athleticism, and high basketball IQ. He was a force in the paint, finishing with authority and also knocking down shots from the perimeter.
Rising Stars
Filipowski
About the People Mentioned
Kyle Filipowski
Kyle Filipowski, born November 7, 2003, in Middletown, New York, is a professional basketball player for the Utah Jazz of the NBA.[1][2][5] Standing at 6'11" and weighing 250 pounds, he plays primarily as a center or power forward, known for his scoring, rebounding, and versatility.[3][4] A five-star recruit from Wilbraham & Monson Academy in Massachusetts, Filipowski was ranked No. 10 overall in the 2022 ESPN class, No. 2 among centers, and earned accolades like Massachusetts Gatorade Player of the Year and Naismith All-America first team honors.[1] He won gold with USA Basketball at the 2021 3x3 U18 World Cup and led his prep school to a New England championship as MVP.[1] At Duke University (2022-24), Filipowski starred for two seasons, starting all 72 games. As a freshman (2022-23), he averaged 15.1 points and 8.9 rebounds, leading Division I freshmen with 16 double-doubles, earning ACC Rookie of the Year, ACC Tournament MVP, and honorable mention All-America status.[1][3] His sophomore year saw averages of 16.4 points, 8.3 rebounds, and 1.5 blocks, securing Second-Team All-America honors (AP, USBWA, NABC), First-Team All-ACC, and eclipsing 1,000 career points as one of few Blue Devils to do so in two seasons.[1][2][3] Selected 32nd overall by the Jazz in the 2024 NBA Draft, Filipowski overcame a draft slide amid off-court issues to shine in the 2025 Summer League, averaging 29.3 points and 9.5 rebounds en route to MVP honors.[2] In his 2024-25 rookie season, he played 72 games, averaging 9.6 points and 6.1 rebounds.[2] Entering his second NBA year (2025-26), he has earned increased starts, recently setting season highs in scoring (averaging 13.9 points, 7.7 rebounds over seven games) while spelling Jusuf Nurkic.[3][6]
About the Organizations Mentioned
Duke University
## Overview Duke University is a leading private research university based in Durham, North Carolina, recognized globally for its rigorous academics, cutting-edge research, and vibrant campus life[1]. Founded in 1838 by Methodists and Quakers in Trinity, North Carolina, the university relocated to Durham in 1892 and was renamed in 1924 after Washington Duke, following a transformative endowment by industrialist James Buchanan Duke[1]. Today, Duke is a cornerstone of the Research Triangle, a region renowned for innovation and collaboration alongside North Carolina State University and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill[1]. ## Academic Profile and Innovation Duke serves over 17,000 students, including approximately 6,500 undergraduates and nearly 11,000 graduate and professional students[2]. The university is particularly strong in business, technology, and the sciences, with computer science, economics, biology, public policy, and psychology ranking among the top undergraduate majors[2]. Duke’s faculty are deeply engaged in both teaching and pioneering research, maintaining a favorable 7:1 student-faculty ratio and offering students the flexibility to pursue interdisciplinary studies, design their own majors, and combine up to three academic pathways[3]. Starting Fall 2025, Duke will implement a new, modernized curriculum in Trinity College of Arts & Sciences, reflecting its commitment to adapting liberal arts education for a rapidly changing, technology-driven world[4]. ## Research and Global Reach Duke is a major research institution, spending over $1.2 billion on research in 2019 and holding a $11.9 billion endowment, ranking it among the wealthiest private universities in the U.S.[1]. Its research strengths span medicine, engineering, environmental science, and public policy. The university also has a significant global footprint, operating Duke–NUS Medical School in Singapore and Duke Kunshan University in China[1]. Duke’s expansive campus covers more than 8,600 acres, including state-of-the
