76ers lose summer league finale to Bucks in close contest

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Last updated Jul 19, 2026

76ers lose summer league finale to Bucks in close contest
Summary

The Philadelphia 76ers faced the Milwaukee Bucks in their final NBA Summer League game on July 18, 2026. Despite a strong performance from Gerald Ayayi, who scored 22 points, the 76ers fell short with a final score of 96-94. The Bucks mounted a fourth-quarter comeback to secure the victory. Former Yale forward Nick Townsend contributed 15 points off the bench for Philadelphia. The 76ers concluded the summer league with a 2-3 record and will now prepare for the preseason ahead of their season opener in October.

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  • 76ers lose 96-94 to Bucks in summer league finale
  • Gerald Ayayi led 76ers with 22 points
  • Nick Townsend added 15 points off the bench
  • 76ers finish summer league with a 2-3 record
  • Team prepares for preseason before October opener
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The Philadelphia 76ers fell to the Milwaukee Bucks Saturday evening, as Brayden Burries' 27 points were too much to overcome.

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