Suns Close Summer League with Maluach Show vs Spurs
Game Overview: Suns vs Spurs
Phoenix wraps up its NBA Summer League slate on July 18 with a 7:30 p.m. tilt against San Antonio at the Thomas & Mack Center. Prime Video will carry the contest, while Arizona’s Family Sports carries the action on Suns+ streaming. Fans can also catch the game online via the Suns+ app, giving local viewers multiple options to follow the Suns’ final summer tilt.
Spurs and Suns Records
San Antonio sits at 3‑1, having strung together three victories after losing its opener to Atlanta. Phoenix matches the same 3‑1 mark, riding a two‑game winning run following a loss to New Orleans. Both clubs enter the contest with identical win‑loss totals but different momentum trends.
Khaman Maluach’s Summer League Impact
Khaman Maluach has recorded a double‑double in each of Phoenix’s four summer‑league games, averaging 19.5 points on 53.2 % shooting and pulling down 12.8 rebounds per outing. His three‑point shooting sits at 40 % (8 of 20) in Las Vegas, showing he can contribute beyond the paint. The 7‑footer’s consistent production suggests he could be a key piece for the Suns’ frontcourt depth moving forward.
What It Means Going Forward
Maluach’s per‑game double‑double raises his stock for roster considerations as the NBA season approaches. Summer league success often translates into early‑season minutes, especially for players competing for roster spots. The Suns will watch his development closely, hoping the momentum from Vegas carries into the regular season.
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Phoenix Mercury take on Brittney Griner, Connecticut Sun
Kahleah Copper #2 of the Phoenix Mercury and Brittney Griner #42 of the Connecticut Sun both jump for the ball during the first quarter at Mortgage Matchup Center on July 17, 2026 in Phoenix.
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Phoenix Mercury take on Brittney Griner, Connecticut Sun
Kahleah Copper #2 of the Phoenix Mercury and Brittney Griner #42 of the Connecticut Sun both jump for the ball during the first quarter at Mortgage Matchup Center on July 17, 2026 in Phoenix.
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Phoenix Mercury take on Brittney Griner, Connecticut Sun
Nate Tibbetts, head coach of the Phoenix Mercury watches the game against the Connecticut Sun during the first quarter at Mortgage Matchup Center on July 17, 2026 in Phoenix.
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Phoenix Mercury take on Brittney Griner, Connecticut Sun
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Phoenix Mercury take on Brittney Griner, Connecticut Sun
Leila Lacan #47 of the Connecticut Sun blocks a basket attempted by DeWanna Bonner #24 during the second quarter at Mortgage Matchup Center on July 17, 2026, in Phoenix.
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Phoenix Mercury take on Brittney Griner, Connecticut Sun
Alyssa Thomas #25 of the Phoenix Mercury runs down the court during the second quarter against the Connecticut Suns at Mortgage Matchup Center on July 17, 2026 in Phoenix.
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Phoenix Mercury take on Brittney Griner, Connecticut Sun
Valeriane Ayayi #11 of the Phoenix Mercury and Kahleah Copper #2 both attempt to block Olivia Nelson-Ododa #10 of the Connecticut Suns during the second quarter at Mortgage Matchup Center on July 17, 2026 in Phoenix.
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Phoenix Mercury take on Brittney Griner, Connecticut Sun
Connecticut Sun center Brittney Griner (42) controls the ball against Phoenix Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas (25) in the first half at Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix, on July 17, 2026.
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Phoenix Mercury take on Brittney Griner, Connecticut Sun
Phoenix Mercury guard Lexi Held (left) drives to the basket against Connecticut Sun center Olivia Nelson-Ododa in the first half at Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix, on July 17, 2026.
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Phoenix Mercury take on Brittney Griner, Connecticut Sun
Phoenix Mercury guard Monique Akoa Makani (8) reacts against the Connecticut Sun in the first half at Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix, on July 17, 2026.
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Phoenix Mercury take on Brittney Griner, Connecticut Sun
Phoenix Mercury forward Marta Suarez (77) drives to the basket against Connecticut Sun guard Saniya Rivers (22) in the first half at Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix, on July 17, 2026.
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Phoenix Mercury take on Brittney Griner, Connecticut Sun
Phoenix Mercury forward Marta Suarez (77) shoots the ball against Connecticut Sun guard Leila Lacan (47) in the first half at Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix, on July 17, 2026.
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Phoenix Mercury take on Brittney Griner, Connecticut Sun
Phoenix Mercury guard Lexi Held (10) controls the ball against Connecticut Sun guard Charlisse Leger-Walker (4) in the first half at Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix, on July 17, 2026.
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Phoenix Mercury take on Brittney Griner, Connecticut Sun
Phoenix Mercury guard Kahleah Copper (2) against the Connecticut Sun in the first half at Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix, on July 17, 2026.
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Phoenix Mercury take on Brittney Griner, Connecticut Sun
Phoenix Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas (25) shoots the ball against Connecticut Sun center Olivia Nelson-Ododa (10) in the first half at Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix, on July 17, 2026.
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Phoenix Mercury take on Brittney Griner, Connecticut Sun
Phoenix Mercury head coach Nate Tibbetts against the Connecticut Sun in the first half at Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix, on July 17, 2026.
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Phoenix Mercury take on Brittney Griner, Connecticut Sun
Phoenix Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas (25) drives to the basket against Connecticut Sun center Olivia Nelson-Ododa (10) in the first half at Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix, on July 17, 2026.
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Phoenix Mercury take on Brittney Griner, Connecticut Sun
Phoenix Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas (25) reacts against the Connecticut Sun in the first half at Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix, on July 17, 2026.
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Phoenix Mercury take on Brittney Griner, Connecticut Sun
Phoenix Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas (25) drives to the basket against Connecticut Sun guard Charlisse Leger-Walker (4) in the first half at Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix, on July 17, 2026.
(Mark J. Rebilas/Imagn Images)
Presented by Suns+ and Prime Video, the summer-league finale caps a promising month for the Suns, who will look to channel the Summer League energy into preparation for the upcoming season.
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