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Drake Powell scores 18 points in Summer League game for Nets

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 15, 2026, 11:30 PM

Last updated Jul 15, 2026

Drake Powell scores 18 points in Summer League game for Nets
Summary

Drake Powell scored 18 points in the Brooklyn Nets' 115-83 win over the Sacramento Kings during the NBA Summer League on July 15, 2026. Powell shot 60% from the field, including 4-of-7 on three-pointers, marking his best performance in the league so far. The former Tar Heel is entering his second NBA season after a solid rookie year with Brooklyn. The Nets have made several roster upgrades this offseason, including the acquisition of Julius Randle and drafting Mikel Brown. As Powell seeks to earn a bigger role, he aims to contribute to a more competitive season for the Nets.

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  • •Drake Powell scored 18 points and had 2 steals and 1 block.
  • •The Nets won the game 115-83 against the Kings.
  • •Powell shot 6-of-10 from the field and 4-of-7 from three-point range.
  • •The Nets added star power forward Julius Randle this offseason.
  • •Powell aims to secure a larger role in his second NBA season.
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  • 11:30 PMYahoo Sports — Former Tar Heel enjoys best NBA Summer League game on Tuesday night
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Drake Powell enters his second NBA season this fall. The former Tar Heel just enjoyed his best NBA Summer League game on Tuesday.

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Atlanta HawksBrooklyn NetsSacramento KingsNBABasketball

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