Cavs edge Pelicans 82-77 in Summer League finale
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 15, 2026, 11:26 PM
Last updated Jul 15, 2026
The Cleveland Cavaliers defeated the New Orleans Pelicans 82-77 on July 15, 2026, in their final Summer League game at the Cox Pavilion in Las Vegas. Malaki Branham led the Cavaliers with 22 points. Cleveland's offense struggled early, starting 0-13 before gaining momentum in the second quarter. Despite a 2-2 record in Summer League action, the Cavaliers did not qualify for the knockout tournament and have one more consolation game scheduled. Rookie Meleek Thomas was rested for the match after an impressive previous outing, allowing other players like Jaxson Robinson to showcase their skills.
- •Cavs finish Summer League with 2-2 record
- •Malaki Branham scores 22 points
- •The game was played on July 15, 2026
- •Cavs rested rookie Meleek Thomas
- •Final consolation game is upcoming for Cleveland
- 11:26 PMYahoo Sports — Cavs beat Pelicans 82-77 behind Malaki Branham’s 22 points
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