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Liam McNeeley named to NBA Summer League Second Team for Hornets

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 22, 2026, 12:01 AM

Last updated Jul 22, 2026

Liam McNeeley named to NBA Summer League Second Team for Hornets
Summary

Liam McNeeley of the Charlotte Hornets earned a spot on the 2026 NBA Summer League Second Team, recognized for his performance which included averaging 21.7 points and shooting 52.6% from three-point range. In three games, he posted an average of five rebounds, 3.3 assists, and one block in 26.7 minutes played. McNeeley, a UConn alum, had a standout game, scoring 28 points with a 7-for-8 shooting effort from beyond the arc. After a limited role last season with only 31 appearances, he seeks to establish himself in Charlotte's rotation for the upcoming 2026-27 season.

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  • •McNeeley averaged 21.7 points in the Summer League.
  • •He shot 52.6% from three-point range.
  • •McNeeley scored 28 points in one game on 7-for-8 shooting from deep.
  • •His previous season saw limited playing time with only 31 games.
  • •He aims to secure a larger role for the upcoming season.
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  • 12:01 AMYahoo Sports — Charlotte Hornets forward earns NBA Summer League Second Team honors
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Liam McNeeley was named to the 2026 NBA Summer League Second Team after averaging 21.7 points on 52.6% shooting from beyond the arc.

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