2026 Salt Lake City Summer League

Recap: 2026 NBA Summer League, Day 7 | Nate Ament delivers for Milwaukee

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No. 13 pick Nate Ament had his finest game of the summer in leading the Bucks past the Hornets on Day 7 of the 2026 NBA Summer League.

The Timberwolves defeated the Pacers 114-98 to open the day’s action, as Zyon Pullin (23 pts) and Isaiah Evans (22 pts, 4 3PM) led six double-figure scorers.

The Magic ran their record to 3-1 by defeating the 76ers 99-92, shooting 56.1% as a team, headlined by Jase Richardson (25 pts on 10-for-15 FG).

Malakai Branham (23 pts) led the Cavaliers over the Pelicans 82-77 in a defensive battle.

Khaman Maluach (24 pts, 15 reb) continued his strong summer with a big-time double-double, leading the Suns to a 100-88 win over the Pistons.

No. 13 pick Nate Ament (23 pts, 6 reb) was one of eight Bucks that scored in double figures in a 110-91 win over No. 14 pick Hannes Steinbach (27 pts, 15 reb) and the Hornets.

Hugo Gonzalez (24 pts, 10 reb, 5 ast) and the Celtics survived a late comeback attempt from No. 29 pick Alex Karaban (21 pts, 5 3PM) and the Kings to win 82-76 and move to 3-1.

The Spurs defeated the Jazz 94-82 behind Ja’Kobi Gillespie (23 pts) and Hyunjung Lee (22 pts), outdoing No. 2 pick Darryn Peterson (15 pts).

Kobe Sanders (26 pts, 5 ast) led the Clippers past the Wizards 108-94 to cap Day 7 of the 2026 NBA Summer League, overcoming a sterling effort by Seth Trimble (23 pts).

We’ll be back with seven games tomorrow, beginning with Mavericks-Thunder (4 ET, Prime Video).

JULY 16 / 12:17 a.m. ET

Clippers win 108-94

Kobe Sanders (26 pts, 5 ast) led the Clippers to a win over the Wizards to close out Day 7 of the 2026 NBA Summer League.

Nick Martinelli (19 pts) and No. 36 pick Baba Miller (12 pts, 2 blk) also had impactful performances for LA.

Seth Trimble (24 pts on 8-for-12 shooting) was the top man for Washington.

The contest saw 11 lead changes and nine ties before the Clippers pulled away with a 30-19 third quarter.

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JULY 15 / 11:34 p.m. ET

Trimble is talented

The former North Carolina point guard is starring in Clippers-Wizards, putting up 18 points for Washington on a variety of bouncy drives to the rim, as well as two 3-pointers.

“Seth Trimble is unstoppable right now,” said ESPN’s Jeremy Lin.

The 6-foot-3 guard has good leaping ability and a strong frame at his height.

JULY 15 / 11:15 p.m. ET

Spurs win 94-82

Ja’Kobi Gillespie (23 pts) and Hyunjung Lee (22 pts, 5-11 FGs, 4 3PM) lifted the Spurs to a wino over the Jazz and a 3-1 record, overcoming five double-figure scorers for Utah.

Darryn Peterson (15 pts, 4 reb, 4 ast, 4-16 FGs) didn’t have his best night from the field, but still keyed the Jazz offense on a down night.

Utah was 5-for-24 (20.8%) from 3-point range in the defeat.

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JULY 15 / 10:41 p.m. ET

One time for Hugo González

JULY 15 / 10:31 p.m. ET

One time for Alex Karaban

A day after he announced he’d wear No. 33 in honor Larry Bird, Alex Karaban almost led the Kings to come back against the Celtics.

An impressive effort from the UConn product, who has a chance as a fast-processing connector.

JULY 15 / 10:09 p.m. ET

Celtics win 82-76

The Kings made it interesting, cutting the lead to two with under a minute remaining, but the Celtics held on to bring their record to 3-1 on the summer.

Hugo González (24 pts, 10 reb, 5 ast) was the top scorer for the Celtics, while No. 29 pick Alex Karaban (21 pts, 8 reb, 5 3PM) went off to lead Sacramento back into the contest.

No. 27 pick Chris Cenac Jr. (10 pts, 12 reb, 2 blk) and Amari Williams (6 pts, 7 reb, 3 ast, 2 blk) were an effective deterrent around the rim for Boston.

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JULY 15 / 9:59 p.m. ET

Darryn with the touch

The No. 2 pick out of Kansas is smooth with it — his steps look practiced when it’s going right.

JULY 15 / 9:55 p.m. ET

One time for Nate Ament

JULY 15 / 9:30 p.m. ET

Jazz–Spurs about to tip off on Prime

No. 2 pick Darryn Peterson is playing tonight, leading the Jazz (1-2) as they seek to reclaim their form from the 2026 Salt Lake City Classic against the Spurs (2-1).

JULY 15 / 9:24 p.m. ET

Bucks win 110-91

No. 13 pick Nate Ament (23 pts, 6 reb, 2 stl, 2 3PM) showed out for the Bucks, overcoming No. 14 pick Hannes Steinbach (27 pts, 15 reb, 3 ast) and the Hornets.

Milwaukee shot 19-for-45 (42.2%) from 3-point range in the win, outdoing the Hornets’ 62-28 advantage in points in the paint.

Eight Bucks scored in double figures in the victory.

Tidjane Salaün (21 pts) also had a big game for Charlotte.

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JULY 15 / 9:01 p.m. ET

Hugo leads Boston

Hugo González (12 pts, 6 reb, 5 ast) is on triple-double watch as the Celtics take a 39-28 lead over the Kings into the half in the Thomas & Mack Center.

His playmaking has seemingly taken a leap forward this summer, both in FIBA World Cup qualifying and the Summer League, where he’s been on-ball most of the time.

Boston’s posted 10 assists on 14 made field goals, with two-way player John Tonje (10 pts on 4-for-5 shooting) joining González in double figures.

Emanuel Sharpe (7 pts) is the top scorer for the Kings.

JULY 15 / 8:53 p.m. ET

Hannes on the rack attack

The Bucks are up early in the fourth quarter, but Hannes Steinbach has been working hard for the Hornets, delivering a big-time double-double.

On the other side, No. 13 pick Nate Ament (13 pts) has been getting buckets for Milwaukee, showing off the length and soft touch that made him a lottery selection.

 

JULY 15 / 8:37 p.m. ET

Celtics hold Kings to four first-quarter points

The Boston defense sets a Summer League record by limiting Sacramento to four points in the first period. The Kings shot 9.5% from the field.

“Just coming out with energy,” said Chris Cenac Jr. (3 pts, 2 reb) on the Celtics’ defensive effort. “Play hard.”

JULY 15 / 8:05 p.m. ET

Suns win 100-88

Khaman Maluach (24 pts, 15 reb) put up another dominant double-double, leading the Suns to win over the Pistons and a 3-1 record.

Maluach, the No. 10 pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, has been a force in the paint throughout this tournament.

Rasheer Fleming (22 pts, 8 reb) and No. 30 Koa Peat (19 pts, 2 stl, team-high +19) also shined for Phoenix, while Brice Williams (24 pts, 6 reb, 4 ast) was the top scorer for Detroit.

The Suns had a 52-36 advantage in points in the paint and a 19-9 advantage in fast break points.

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JULY 15 / 8:00 p.m. ET

Celtics–Kings getting going on ESPN2

Emanuel Sharp leads the Kings (1-2) against Chris Cenac Jr. and the Celtics (2-1) in this clash.

JULY 15 / 7:39 p.m. ET

Bucks–Hornets getting going on Prime

Brayden Burries (22.3 ppg in Summer League) is ready to lead Milwaukee (0-3) against Charlotte (1-2), as the Bucks seek their first win in Vegas.

No. 14 pick Hayden Steinbach and No. 18 pick Christian Anderson are in action for the Hornets.

JULY 15 / 7:36 p.m. ET

Cavaliers win 82-77

Malakai Branham (23 pts) led Cleveland to a close victory over New Orleans, outdueling Markquis Nowell (20 pts, 2 stl), who battled to keep the Pelicans alive through most of the contest.

Both teams shot under 40% in this defensive struggle, with the Cavs earning an advantage at the line and from beyond the arc (9 made 3-pointers to 6).

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JULY 15 / 7:04 p.m. ET

Agee leading the Cavs

Rashaun Agee (10 pts, 7 reb) is a team-high +19 with the Cavaliers up 68-57 with 4:12 to go in the game.

The 6-foot-7 Chicago native played at five colleges, ending at Texas A&M, where he was named Third Team All-SEC after putting up 14.6 ppg, 8.7 reb and 2.6 ast.

He’s solidly-built and aggressive on the boards.

JULY 15 / 6:51 p.m. ET

Okorie covers ground

A big shot for Ebuka Okorie (8 pts, 2 ast), the 6-foot guard out of Stanford.

He was 2-for-12 from 3-point range entering today’s game, but shot 35.9% from deep in college last season. To be successful as a small guard, it’s important to be able to make the defender play up tight.

51-46 Suns as the half winds down.

JULY 15 / 6:00 p.m. ET

Suns–Pistons ready to get going on ESPNU

No. 30 pick Koa Peat headlines the Suns, while Chaz Lanier, who has a main roster contract with the Pistons, is averaging 24.5 ppg over his last two games.

Lanier’s 15-for-24 (62.5%) from deep over those two contests.

JULY 15 / 5:40 p.m. ET

Magic win 99-92

Jase Richardson (25 pts, 10-for-15 shooting) led Orlando to a win over Philadelphia, running the Magic record to 3-1 in Vegas.

The entire Magic lineup scored in double figures, as the team shot 56.1% from the field and 12-for-24 (50%) from 3-point range.

No. 22 pick Labaron Philon (15 pts, 6 reb, 6 ast) was held to 7-for-24 shooting, while Johni Broome sat out this contest.

Amari Lyles (18 pts, 6 reb) led the 76ers in scoring.

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JULY 15 / 5:35 p.m. ET

Pelicans–Cavaliers about to tip on Prime

Former Spur Malakai Branham leads the Cavaliers (1-2) against Markquis Nowell and the Pelicans (2-1) in this one.

JULY 15 / 5:25 p.m. ET

Timberwolves win 114-98

Zyon Pullin (23 pts, 6 ast) led six Wolves in double figures as they shot 50% from the field to defeat the Pacers.

Isaiah Evans (22 pts, 4 3PM) had his best game of the summer, knocking down his first 3-pointers in Vegas.

“I think Duke prepared me the most. The terminology is the same; the physicality is the same,” said Evans. “I’m ready (for the next game).”

Jalen Slawson (20 pts, 9 reb, 3 ast, 4 blk) was the top scorer for the Pacers.

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JULY 15 / 5:06 p.m. ET

‘A Slawson slice’

Jalen Slawson (20 pts, 9 reb, 3 ast, 4 blk) just stormed down the lane for a one-handed slam to cut the Timberwolves’ lead to 95-85 with 4:42 to go in the game.

“This is just nasty,” said Prime’s Brendan Glasheen.

“Do not get in the way,” said Prime’s Teresa Weatherspoon.

He’s been the Pacers’ best player this summer, showing length and slashing ability at 6-foot-7, including this block earlier.

JULY 15 / 4:26 p.m. ET

A poster to end the half

Jaylin Williams (2 pts, 3 reb) just capped a strong first half for the Timberwolves with a steal and slam, sending them into the break with a 62-51 lead.

“We’ve just got to get better on defense. I think we can score, no issue,” said Trey Kaufman-Renn (10 pts).

Kaufman-Renn said it’s a “weird experience” to play against Braden Smith (5 pts, 2 reb, 3 ast), his former Purdue teammate, but “a lot of fun.”

Minnesota’s shooting 52.8% from the field at the break, earning a 28-20 lead in points in the paint.

Yuki Kawamura also dropped this slick dime to Jalen Slawson (10 pts, 4 blk).

JULY 15 / 4:19 p.m. ET

Richardson rocking

Jase Richardson (10 pts on 4-for-5 shooting, 2 3PM) has it flowing to open Magic-76ers in a battle of two of his father’s former teams.

Richardson posted a career-high of 20 points in his rookie season, scoring it on Jan. 6 against the Washington Wizards. He’s a quick guard with vertical pop at 6-foot-1.

JULY 15 / 3:59 p.m. ET

Powering to the rim

Jalen Slawson (8 pts, 2 blk) and No. 58 pick Trey Kaufman-Renn (8 pts, 1 reb) are leading the scoring as the Timberwolves take a 35-27 lead over the Pacers after the first.

We had 11 lead changes and two ties in the first quarter in this competitive battle.

“This is really good to see the pace we’ve been having,” said Prime’s Teresa Weatherspoon. “This is good. Keep it going!”

Braden Smith (5 pts, 2 ast) likes this shot fading to the baseline — it’s tough, but is a good weapon for a 6-foot guard as he adjusts to pro size and length.

JULY 15 / 3:50 p.m. ET

Magic–76ers about to tip on ESPNU

Some good matchups in this one.

In the backcourt, the Magic boast Jase Richardson, the No. 25 pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, facing the 76ers’ No. 22 pick Labaron Philon.

In the frontcourt, Noah Penda, the No. 32 pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, has been big for Orlando, and will matchup with Johni Broome, the No. 35 pick in 2025, who has been one of the main stars for Philly.

JULY 15 / 3:45 p.m. ET

Raining from deep early

The Pacers and Wolves are a combined 7-for-11 (63.6%) from 3-point range to open this contest — we’ve had some free-flowing offense to open this run in the Pavilion.

Indiana’s started to press, seeking to add some defensive balance.

20-19 Pacers with 4:11 to go in the first.

JULY 15 / 3:30 p.m. ET

Pacers–Timberwolves open Wednesday’s slate on Prime

It’s a battle of intriguing guard prospects, as No. 38 pick Braden Smith, the NCAA men’s basketball all-time assist leader, faces Zyon Pullin and No. 33 pick Isaiah Evans.

Jalen Slawson, a 6-foot-7 forward out of Furman, has been a force for Indiana in recent games, playing off Smith and the spacing around him. Keep an eye on him here.

JULY 15 / 3:15 p.m. ET

Wednesday’s Summer League schedule

  • Indiana Pacers vs. Minnesota Timberwolves (3:30 ET, Prime Video)
    • Including No. 33 pick Isaiah Evans and No. 38 pick Braden Smith
  • Orlando Magic vs. Philadelphia 76ers (4 ET, ESPNU)
    • Including No. 22 pick Labaron Philon
  • New Orleans Pelicans vs. Cleveland Cavaliers (5:30 ET, Prime Video)
    • Including No. 34 pick Meleek Thomas
  • Phoenix Suns vs. Detroit Pistons (6 ET, ESPNU)
    • Including No. 17 pick Ebuka Okorie and No. 30 pick Koa Peat
  • Milwaukee Bucks vs. Charlotte Hornets (7:30 ET, Prime Video)
    • Including No. 10 pick Brayden Burries, No. 14 pick Hannes Steinbach and No. 18 pick Christian Anderson.
  • Boston Celtics vs. Sacramento Kings (8 ET, ESPN2)
    • Including No. 7 pick Darius Acuff Jr. and No. 27 pick Chris Cenac Jr.
  • Utah Jazz vs. San Antonio Spurs (9:30 ET, Prime Video)
    • Including No. 2 pick Darryn Peterson
  • Washington Wizards vs. LA Clippers (10:30 ET, ESPN).
    • Including No. 5 pick Keaton Wagler

JULY 15 / 3:00 p.m. ET

Recap of Day 6 of the 2026 NBA Summer League

Look back at yesterday’s action with the NBA.com live blog.

The Rockets held the 76ers to 31.1% shooting in a wire-to-wire 90-64 win to open Tuesday’s action.

Egor Dёmin (22 pts, 8 ast, 4 stl) and the Nets forced 28 turnovers and ran away from the Kings 115-83, overcoming Darius Acuff Jr. (26 pts, 5 ast).

Javon Small (26 pts, 7 ast, 5 3PM) and the Grizzlies got hot from 3-point range, shooting 53.1% from beyond the arc to dispatch the Warriors 106-85.

Caleb Wilson (19 pts, 8 reb) and the Bulls defeated the Wizards 99-87, earning their first win in Las Vegas.

Trevon Brazile (32 pts) went off, helping the Nuggets hold off a comeback attempt by the Thunder 106-103.

Cameron Carr (23 pts, 3 3PM) and the Lakers won the Battle of Los Angeles 99-85, dispatching Keaton Wagler (16 pts, 6 reb, 4 ast) and the Clippers.

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