NBA Summer League 2026 kicks off in Las Vegas

Today marks the start of the NBA Summer League in Las Vegas, highlighted by the showdown between Washington’s AJ Dybantsa and Utah’s Darryn Peterson. These two comprise the top two picks from the 2026 draft and are the focal point of the 11‑day showcase. Fans can tune in across ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU and Prime Video to follow the action.

Vegas Summer League Basics

The event runs from July 9 through July 19 at the Thomas & Mack Center and the adjacent Cox Pavilion. All 30 NBA franchises will take part, ensuring a full roster of games throughout the two‑week span. Each team is guaranteed at least five contests, giving plenty of time to evaluate talent.

After each club completes four games, the top four teams based on win‑loss records and tie‑breakers advance to the playoff bracket. Semifinals are scheduled for July 18, followed by the championship game on July 19. The remaining 26 teams will play an additional fifth game on one of the final three days.

Players to Watch

Kevin O’Connor has compiled a list of the top 50 players set to appear in Vegas, ranging from star rookies to second‑year prospects looking to make an impact. This edition features many newcomers eager to prove they can shoulder responsibilities in the NBA. For the complete breakdown, check out the top 50 players to watch in Las Vegas.

Full Summer League Schedule

Thursday, July 9

• 4:30 p.m. ET — Spurs take on the Hawks on ESPN2.

• 5:30 p.m. ET — Philadelphia faces the Pistons via Prime Video.

• 7:00 p.m. ET — Golden State meets the Mavericks on ESPN.

• 7:30 p.m. ET — Charlotte plays the Magic on Prime Video.

• 9:00 p.m. ET — Utah’s Jazz goes up against Washington on ESPN.

Friday, July 10

• 4:00 p.m. ET — Miami squares off with Milwaukee on Prime Video.

• 4:30 p.m. ET — Cleveland meets Indiana on ESPN2.

• 6:00 p.m. ET — Brooklyn takes on New York on Prime Video.

• 6:30 p.m. ET — Houston faces Denver on ESPN2.

• 8:00 p.m. ET — Chicago plays Memphis on Prime Video.

• 10:00 p.m. ET — Oklahoma City heads to Los Angeles on Prime Video.

• 11:00 p.m. ET — Portland battles Phoenix on ESPNU.

Saturday, July 11

• 3:30 p.m. ET — Miami meets Orlando on Prime Video.

• 4:00 p.m. ET — New Orleans faces Charlotte on ESPN.

• 5:30 p.m. ET — Indiana takes on Philadelphia on Prime Video.

• 6:00 p.m. ET — New York plays the Spurs on ESPN.

• 7:30 p.m. ET — Denver goes up against Minnesota on Prime Video.

• 8:00 p.m. ET — Atlanta squares off with Brooklyn on ESPN.

• 9:30 p.m. ET — Houston faces Toronto on Prime Video.

• 10:00 p.m. ET — Los Angeles matches the Mavericks on ESPN.

Sunday, July 12

• 3:00 p.m. ET — Phoenix takes on New Orleans on ESPN2.

• 4:00 p.m. ET — Cleveland plays Detroit on Prime Video.

• 5:00 p.m. ET — Charlotte heads to Boston on ESPN2.

• 6:00 p.m. ET — Oklahoma City meets Golden State on Prime Video.

• 7:00 p.m. ET — Orlando faces Portland on ESPNU.

• 8:00 p.m. ET — Sacramento squares off with Washington on Prime Video.

• 9:00 p.m. ET — Spurs travel to Boston on ESPN.

• 10:00 p.m. ET — Los Angeles Clippers play Utah on Prime Video.

Monday, July 13

• 4:00 p.m. ET — Detroit battles New York on Prime Video.

• 4:30 p.m. ET — Toronto faces Indiana on ESPN2.

• 6:00 p.m. ET — Atlanta meets Boston on Prime Video.

• 7:00 p.m. ET — Dallas goes up against Memphis on ESPN.

• 8:00 p.m. ET — Miami takes on Cleveland on Prime Video.

• 9:00 p.m. ET — Chicago faces Utah on ESPN.

• 10:00 p.m. ET — Phoenix matches Milwaukee on Prime Video.

• 11:00 p.m. ET — Minnesota travels to Portland on ESPN2.

Tuesday, July 14

• 4:00 p.m. ET — Philadelphia squares off with Houston on Prime Video.

• 6:00 p.m. ET — Sacramento meets Brooklyn on Prime Video.

• 7:00 p.m. ET — Memphis plays Golden State on ESPN.

• 8:00 p.m. ET — Washington takes on Chicago on Prime Video.

• 9:00 p.m. ET — Denver heads to Oklahoma City on ESPN.

• 10:00 p.m. ET — Los Angeles Clippers face the Lakers on Prime Video.

Wednesday, July 15

• 3:30 p.m. ET — Indiana travels to Minnesota on Prime Video.

• 4:00 p.m. ET — Orlando meets Philadelphia on ESPNU.

• 5:30 p.m. ET — New Orleans squares off with Cleveland on Prime Video.

• 6:00 p.m. ET — Phoenix faces Detroit on ESPNU.

• 7:30 p.m. ET — Milwaukee plays Charlotte on Prime Video.

• 8:00 p.m. ET — Boston takes on Sacramento on ESPN2.

• 9:30 p.m. ET — Utah faces the Spurs on Prime Video.

• 10:30 p.m. ET — Washington goes up against Los Angeles Clippers on ESPN.

Thursday, July 16

• 4:00 p.m. ET — Dallas matches Oklahoma City on Prime Video.

• 4:30 p.m. ET — Brooklyn faces Houston on ESPNU.

• 6:00 p.m. ET — Los Angeles Lakers play Chicago on Prime Video.

• 7:00 p.m. ET — Golden State meets New York on ESPN2.

• 8:00 p.m. ET — Memphis takes on Atlanta on Prime Video.

• 9:00 p.m. ET — Toronto heads to Miami on ESPN2.

• 10:00 p.m. ET — Portland battles Denver on Prime Video.

Friday, July 17 (matchups TBD)

• 6:30 p.m. ET — TBD versus TBD on Prime Video.

• 7:00 p.m. ET — TBD versus TBD on ESPN.

• 8:30 p.m. ET — TBD versus TBD on Prime Video.

• 9:00 p.m. ET — TBD versus TBD on ESPN.

• 10:30 p.m. ET — TBD versus TBD on Prime Video.

• 11:00 p.m. ET — TBD versus TBD on ESPN.

Saturday, July 18 (matchups TBD)

• 4:30 p.m. ET — TBD versus TBD, consolation on Prime Video.

• 5:00 p.m. ET — TBD versus TBD, consolation on ESPN.

• 6:30 p.m. ET — TBD versus TBD, semifinal on Prime Video.

• 7:00 p.m. ET — TBD versus TBD, consolation on Prime Video.

• 8:30 p.m. ET — TBD versus TBD, semifinal on Prime Video.

• 9:00 p.m. ET — TBD versus TBD, consolation on ESPN.

• 10:30 p.m. ET — TBD versus TBD, consolation on Prime Video.

Sunday, July 19 (matchups TBD)

• 4:30 p.m. ET — TBD versus TBD, consolation on ESPN.

• 6:30 p.m. ET — TBD versus TBD, consolation on ESPN2.

• 9:00 p.m. ET — TBD versus TBD, championship on ESPN.

The summer league serves as a critical proving ground for prospects eyeing their professional futures. performances here often translate into roster spots or guaranteed contracts, especially for high‑profile talents like Dybantsa and Peterson. Fans can expect the vibe of competition to intensify as the playoff phase approaches, turning every game into a potential springboard for NBA careers.