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 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.
- •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.
- 11:30 PMYahoo Sports — Former Tar Heel enjoys best NBA Summer League game on Tuesday night
"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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