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The Lakers rallied from a 14-point deficit to beat the Spurs in the California Classic, led by Darius Bazley's 27 points and strong defense, with Dalton Knecht also key in the comeback with 25 points. The team emphasized defense and physicality, and the Lakers will next face the Mavericks in Las Vegas.
The Los Angeles Lakers aim to bounce back in their second California Classic game against the Miami Heat after an initial loss, with the match scheduled for 1:30 p.m. PT on July 6 at Chase Center, broadcast on NBA TV, featuring key players like Dalton Knecht and veterans trying to prove their worth.
The Lakers lost their first California Classic game to the Warriors 89-84, with notable performances from Cole Swider and DJ Steward, while Bronny James sat out. The team struggled defensively in the second half, and rookie Dalton Knecht showed signs of rust. The Lakers will face the Miami Heat next.
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, 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.
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.
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.
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.