Phoenix Suns Take on Milwaukee Bucks in Summer League

Game Overview

The Suns and Bucks clash at 7 p.m. on July 13 in Las Vegas, marking Phoenix’s third NBA Summer League contest and Milwaukee’s second straight appearance at Cox Pavilion. Phoenix comes into the matchup with a 1‑1 record after an 81‑75 loss to the New Orleans Pelicans on July 12, while the Bucks sit at 0‑2 following a 90‑80 defeat to the San Antonio Spurs the previous night. Both clubs are playing back‑to‑back games, and the Suns will follow this contest with a July 15 tilt at the Thomas & Mack Center.

Key Performances

Darius Brown II was the Suns’ leading scorer with 18 points, and rookie Khaman Maluach posted a second straight double‑double of 15 points and 15 rebounds. Those two have been Phoenix’s primary offensive and defensive contributors in the first two games. Milwaukee has yet to generate consistent offense, averaging around 80 points per game in their two losses.

Starting Lineup

• Koby Brea
• Koa Peat (rookie)
• Rasheer Fleming
• Khaman Maluach
• Darius Brown II

The Suns will field the same five‑man combo for the third consecutive game, indicating coach Daryl Morey’s early preferences for this summer.

Injury Update

CJ Huntley missed his third straight game due to a right hamstring injury, which sidelined him for the Bucks matchup. The Suns remain optimistic he could rejoin practice before the July 15 game at the Thomas & Mack Center.

Looking Ahead

Phoenix will play its fourth Summer League contest on July 15 at the Thomas & Mack Center, continuing its series of games in the Vegas area. Fans can find scores, analysis, and player notes on azcentral.com as the tournament progresses. The Bucks will look to snap their 0‑2 skid when they next take the floor later in the week.

Have opinions about the current state of the Suns? Reach Suns Insider Duane Rankin at [email protected] or contact him at 480-810-5518. Follow him on X, formerly Twitter, at @DuaneRankin

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This article originally appeared on Arizona Republic: Suns Summer League. Starters, injury update, going into Bucks matchup