2026 NBA Summer League

2026 NBA Summer League: Clippers use huge 3rd-quarter run to sail past Jazz

No. 5 overall pick Keaton Wagler scores 23 points as the Clippers go on a 42-12 run to take control for good at NBA Summer League.

The Clippers defeat the Jazz, 104-82, in Las Vegas Summer League action.

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Los Angeles Clippers logo Clippers 104, Utah Jazz logo Jazz 82: Box Score | Game Detail

LAS VEGAS — The Los Angeles Clippers defeated the Utah Jazz, 104-82, in the 2026 NBA Summer League at Thomas & Mack Center on Sunday.

Utah held a 44-40 lead in the opening minutes of the third quarter, but Los Angeles ripped off a 42-12 run to finish the frame and decide the game. They got their lead up to 28 points in the fourth quarter while outscoring them in the second half, 64-44. The Clippers outrebounded the Jazz, 49-43, while outscoring them in second-chance points, 21-8. They also outscored Utah in points off turnovers, 23-8.

The Clippers (1-1) were led by their first-round pick, with Keaton Wagler collecting 23 points and three assists. Baba Miller amassed 15 points, five rebounds and two assists. Nick Martinelli led the bench with 14 points, six rebounds and two assists.

Keaton Wagler racks up 23 points vs. Utah a the 2026 NBA Summer League.

The Jazz (0-2) were also led by their first-round pick, with Darryn Peterson providing 20 points, five assists, two steals and two blocks. Jonas Aidoo had nine points, 10 rebounds and three blocks. Blake Hinson led the bench with 12 points, three rebounds and two assists.

On deck for Utah is a matchup with the Chicago Bulls on Monday (9 ET, ESPN). As for LA, they face the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday (10 ET, Prime Video) for their next outing.

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