The motions of this offseason's NBA Summer League in Las Vegas officially get going on Thursday, with each of the 30 teams around the league heading into the heat for their set of exhibition contests...

Utah is atop the oddsboard, and its roster features the likes of Ace Bailey, Isaiah Collier, Walter Clayton Jr., Kyle Filipowski, Cody Williams and Bryce Sensabaugh.

As such, we just skipped right on past the California and Utah events and moved along to Vegas where there are SIX guys that Marquette usually claims as “Marquette Guys” on a roster.

"The NBA mourns the passing of Utah Jazz legend Frank Layden, an award-winning head coach and basketball executive. His unique sense of humor and genuine kindness made him a beloved figure around the game, including during his time as a WNBA head coach. We extend our heartfelt sympathies to Frank’s family and the Jazz organization."

Layden, who coached the Utah Jazz in the 1980s and also served as the team’s general manager for over a decade, was a pillar in the Utah sports community and was known for his infectious, fun-loving ...