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Ron Holland vs. Matas Buzelis could be a great rivalry 

Last night was our first chance to see former G-League teammates Ron Holland and Matas Buzelis go head-to-head and they didn’t disappoint, though both players were inefficient offensively. 

Buzelis is a talker who has already claimed he’s the best rookie and going to win Rookie of the Year, an assessment I am sure other players in the draft would have some issues with. 

The two exchanged dunks, had some flashes on offense with the ball in their hands and turned up the defensive intensity in the second half. Considering the Pistons were connected to Buzelis and many thought they would take him #5, coupled with the Bulls being in the same division and rebuilding at the same time, this has a chance to be a great rivalry for years to come. 

They are similar players with similar flaws and it will be fun to see them compete four times next season. 

Here are some random hot takes from around the Summer League.