Hawks' Henri Veesaar shines in NBA Summer League debut against Spurs
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 10, 2026, 3:20 AM
Last updated Jul 10, 2026
Henri Veesaar made a strong impression in his NBA Summer League debut with the Atlanta Hawks on July 9, scoring 14 points in 19 minutes. He shot 5-for-8 from the field and contributed six rebounds, an assist, a steal, and a block. Veesaar was a plus-17 against the San Antonio Spurs in Las Vegas, showcasing his scoring ability and potential as a valuable player for the Hawks after being selected 52nd overall in the NBA Draft. His performance follows speculation about his late draft position after he chose to leave the University of North Carolina instead of pursuing a more lucrative college contract.
- •Henri Veesaar scored 14 points in his Summer League debut.
- •He shot 5-for-8, including 2-for-5 from three-point range.
- •Veesaar had six rebounds, one assist, one steal, and one block.
- •He was a plus-17 in the game against the Spurs.
- •The Hawks traded to secure Veesaar with the 52nd pick.
- 3:20 AMYahoo Sports — Hawks' Henri Veesaar immediately looks like NBA player after leaving UNC
"Veesaar looked comfortable in his Summer League debut.
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