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Lendeborg fuels Warriors to Las Vegas Summer League title
sports19 hours ago

Lendeborg fuels Warriors to Las Vegas Summer League title

Golden State rode Yaxel Lendeborg’s 21-point, 10-rebound performance to a 94-90 comeback win over the Memphis Grizzlies in the Las Vegas NBA Summer League final, earning Lendeborg MVP honors as the Warriors capped their first Summer League title since 2013. Will Richard provided late-game leadership and scoring punch, while Cryer, Leons and other young players impressed as the organization showcased a winning culture and development-driven approach heading into the next season.

Lendeborg goes 6-for-6, sparks Warriors in summer league debut
sports17 days ago

Lendeborg goes 6-for-6, sparks Warriors in summer league debut

Yaxel Lendeborg, the Warriors’ 2026 first‑round pick, erupted for 19 points on a perfect 6-for-6 shooting (4-for-4 from three) in 22 minutes, plus five rebounds, six assists, a block and a steal, as Golden State routed the Los Angeles Lakers 104-72 in the California Classic, signaling a strong, ready-to-impact rookie showing in his summer league debut.

Warriors Dominate Lakers in California Classic Opener
sports17 days ago

Warriors Dominate Lakers in California Classic Opener

The Lakers were routed 104-72 by the Golden State Warriors in the California Classic opener, with LA rookie Cameron Carr scoring a team-high 19 points and Adou Thiero adding 9. Golden State’s shooters hit from distance, led by Lendeborg’s 14 by halftime as the Warriors shot 65% to LA’s 37%, building a 34-point lead by the end of the third. The final period was mostly garbage time, and LA will next face the Miami Heat on Sunday at 1:30 PM PT.

Heat edge Spurs in California Classic opener
sports17 days ago

Heat edge Spurs in California Classic opener

Miami Heat edged the San Antonio Spurs 88-87 in the California Classic opener, as Spurs guard R.J. Davis missed a late top-of-the-key 3 to win it; Miles Kelly led Spurs with 16 points, Terris Reed Jr. totaled 10 points and 7 rebounds, Ja’Kobi Gillespie had 10 points and 8 assists despite a rough 3-for-17 night, Maliq Brown chipped in 10 in the second half, and Davis finished with 15 on 3-for-5 from deep as San Antonio falls short ahead of Sunday’s matchup with Golden State.

Lakers Fall to Warriors in California Classic Opener as Bronny James Misses Game
sports1 year ago

Lakers Fall to Warriors in California Classic Opener as Bronny James Misses Game

The Lakers lost their California Classic opener to the Warriors 89-84, despite leading early, with defensive struggles in the second half and Bronny James sitting out. Key players like Cole Swider and DJ Steward performed well, while rookie Dalton Knecht showed signs of rust. The Lakers aim to improve in their next game against the Miami Heat.

Brandon Miller Bounces Back with 18 Points in Hornets Debut
sports3 years ago

Brandon Miller Bounces Back with 18 Points in Hornets Debut

Brandon Miller, the No. 2 pick in the NBA draft, made his summer league debut for the Charlotte Hornets, scoring 18 points in a 98-77 loss to the San Antonio Spurs at the California Classic. Despite some early jitters and foul trouble, Miller found his rhythm in the fourth quarter, showcasing his scoring ability. Hornets summer league coach Marlon Garnett wants Miller to control his pace and be more aggressive, and plans to have him attack off screens instead of handling the ball as much. The Hornets will play their next game against the Los Angeles Lakers before heading to the NBA 2K24 Summer League in Las Vegas.

Lakers' Summer League Struggles Continue with Loss to Heat
sports3 years ago

Lakers' Summer League Struggles Continue with Loss to Heat

The Los Angeles Lakers opened their Summer League play with a 107-90 loss against the Miami Heat in the California Classic. Despite a strong start from Max Christie, the Lakers struggled on both ends of the court, allowing the Heat to build a significant lead. The Lakers rookies Colin Castelton and Maxwell Lewis made an impact off the bench, but Miami's hot shooting and dominance in the paint proved too much for the Lakers to overcome.

"Highlights and Predictions from the 2023 NBA Summer League"
sports3 years ago

"Highlights and Predictions from the 2023 NBA Summer League"

The Salt Lake City Summer League and California Classic tip off today with five NBA games scheduled, including matchups between the Miami Heat and Los Angeles Lakers, Memphis Grizzlies and Philadelphia 76ers, San Antonio Spurs and Charlotte Hornets, Oklahoma City Thunder and Utah Jazz, and Golden State Warriors and Sacramento Kings. Fans are invited to join the Game Day Thread to discuss the games, following the conversation rules provided.

"Spurs and Kings Unveil Exciting Rosters for California Classic Summer League"
sports3 years ago

"Spurs and Kings Unveil Exciting Rosters for California Classic Summer League"

The San Antonio Spurs have announced their summer league roster for the California Classic, which includes rookies and familiar faces. Notable players on the roster include Malaki Branham, Blake Wesley, and Dominick Barlow. However, second-year player Jeremy Sochan and first overall pick Victor Wembanyama are missing. The team will be coached by Matt Nielsen and will play two games in Sacramento on July 3rd and July 5th.