F resh off his Summer League MVP crowning, Brooklyn Nets' forward Jalen Wilson is presented with a major opportunity. Amid their ongoing rebuild, the franchise is in need of on-court leadership ...

But Wilson’s progress has been on display since the NBA Summer League, when he took home the MVP after collecting 21.8 points, 4.6 rebounds and an assist per game.

Jan 8, 2025; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Brooklyn Nets forward Jalen Wilson (22) warms up prior to the game against the Detroit Pistons at Barclays Center.

Brooklyn Nets’ Jalen Wilson (22) drives against Indiana Pacers’ Doug McDermott (20) during the first half of an NBA basketball game in New York, Wednesday, April 3, 2024.

Brooklyn Nets’ Jalen Wilson (22) drives against Indiana Pacers’ Doug McDermott (20) during the first half of an NBA basketball game in New York, Wednesday, April 3, 2024. (AP Photo/Peter K ...

After averaging 21.8 points, 4.6 rebounds, 1.0 assists and 0.6 steals over a five-game span, former Kansas standout and current Brooklyn Nets forward Jalen Wilson was named the NBA 2K25 Summer ...

During his time suiting up for the Nets, Wilson wore only jersey No. 15 and put up 3.5 points and 1.0 assists per game. All stats and data courtesy of Basketball Reference.

Former Kansas standout and current Brooklyn Nets forward Jalen Wilson doesn’t take the opportunity to play in the NBA for granted. Wilson finished his rookie season in April, averaging 5.0 ...

Wilson, 23, has the chance to become what the Nets lack. In an interview with the New York Post , the potential rising star discussed his approach heading into his sophomore campaign.