The NBA Summer League will continue on July 18th as the exhibition games begin to turn into a tournament-style format. Today’s slate features seven total matchups, including two semifinal games. Here is a look at how to watch every game, as well as details including start time, location, and key players to watch.
NOTE: There is no certainty that these players will be active during the NBA summer league games on July 18th. Lineups will be officially announced prior to tipoff.
The Boston Celtics will take on the Orlando Magic in the first game of the night. This will be a consolation game as neither team advanced to the semifinals of the NBA summer league. Cenac has been a standout player for the Celtics and could be someone who impacts the team from day one.
The Milwaukee Bucks vs Philadelphia 76ers is another consolation game on today’s summer league schedule. This matchup will feature some very highly touted rookies, including Philon and Ament.
The Houston Rockets have really stood out during the Summer League, headlined by Thornton, the team’s second-round pick. The Memphis Grizzlies have an absolutely stacked summer league roster filled with NBA rotational guys. This is the first semifinal game of the tournament.
Atlanta Hawks vs Washington Wizards isn’t going to be very exciting as a majority of the big-name players on Washington’s side are not expected to play. Veesaar, a second-rounder by Atlanta this season, will be someone to keep an eye on during this consolation matchup.
The second semifinal game of the night will be between two of the best NBA summer league teams overall. The Golden State Warriors will take on the Los Angeles Lakers on Prime. This should be one of the best games of the tournament.
Indiana Pacers vs New Orleans Pelicans will be another game where there will be quite little action to look forward to. The Pacers have some young talent to keep an eye on, but not much is going on other than that.
The San Antonio Spurs vs Phoenix Suns will be one of the better NBA summer league games on the slate. There is talent all around, especially from Phoenix’s side. Hopefully, most of these guys suit up and play.
The NBA Summer League is winding down, and so is the opportunity to watch some of the league’s top young talent in game action. The rookies have been going absolutely crazy all tournament long at it would be a shame to miss the next great performance. Keep an eye out for who steals the show tonight.
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