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Chaz Lanier emphasizes growth as Pistons open Summer League campaign

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 11, 2026, 3:25 PM

Last updated Jul 11, 2026

Chaz Lanier emphasizes growth as Pistons open Summer League campaign

Summary

Chaz Lanier is focusing on his development during the Pistons' Summer League participation in Las Vegas. In their opener against the 76ers, Lanier scored 12 points on 4-of-11 shooting, including 1-of-6 from three-point range. Despite the loss, he aims to take on a leadership role, helping younger teammates like Ebuka Okorie and Ugonna Onyenso. Lanier is using this opportunity to refine his skills as an off-ball threat and movement shooter, inspired by former player Duncan Robinson. His offseason training program reflects lessons learned from playing in the G League last season, prior to this tournament.

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By the Numbers

•Pistons lost to the 76ers 101-93 in their Summer League opener.
•Lanier scored 12 points but struggled with shooting accuracy.
•He is focusing on leadership and development during the tournament.
•Lanier aims to refine his skills inspired by Duncan Robinson.
•Youthful Pistons rookies are looking to him for guidance.

Latest Updates

10:08 PMYahoo Sports — Chaz Lanier stars in Pistons' Summer League win over Cavaliers
3:25 PMYahoo Sports — Pistons' Chaz Lanier assessing growth in Las Vegas beyond box score

What they're saying

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Despite a rough outing in the Pistons' Summer League opener against the 76ers, Chaz Lanier is assessing his growth in Las Vegas beyond the box score.
— Yahoo Sports