Nate Ament Scores 7 Points vs Spurs

Summer League Showcase

Former Tennessee basketball star Nate Ament logged his second summer league game for the Milwaukee Bucks on July 12 at Cox Pavilion in Las Vegas. The Bucks fell 90‑80 to the San Antonio Spurs, with the Spurs building a 17‑point halftime lead. Ament opened the contest with a missed 16‑foot jumper before finding the basket on a turnaround fadeaway.

First Half and Early Third Quarter

In the opening half Ament recorded two points and two rebounds while logging 12 minutes. He returned at the start of the third quarter to drop a three‑pointer, set up by 2026 draft pick Brayden Burries. Despite occasional trouble moving the ball upcourt under pressure, Ament continued to get valuable early‑court reps.

Climax and Final Line

The evening’s highlight came when Ament capped a fast break with a driven dunk in traffic, again off a Burries assist. He finished with seven points on 3‑of‑7 shooting, adding five rebounds, three turnovers and four fouls over 25 minutes. Burries led the Bucks with 26 points, while RJ Davis paced the Spurs with 20 points.

Key Stats

• Minutes: 25
• Points: 7
• Field Goals: 3‑for‑7
• Three‑pointers: 1‑for‑2
• Free Throws: 0‑for‑0
• Rebounds: 5
• Assists: 0
• Steals: 0
• Blocks: 0
• Turnovers: 3
• Fouls: 4

Looking Ahead

Ament, the No. 13 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, uses summer league action to sharpen his mid‑range game and defensive versatility. His summer performance will likely influence how NBA teams view his readiness for the professional ranks. As the Bucks prepare for the upcoming season, Ament’s development will be a focal point for Milwaukee’s front office.