Liam McNeeley scores 28 in summer league opener for Hornets
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 10, 2026, 2:25 AM
Last updated Jul 10, 2026
Liam McNeeley led the Charlotte Hornets with 28 points in their 2026 NBA Summer League opener against the Orlando Magic. He shot 9-for-18 from the field, making 7-of-8 from three-point range. Hannes Steinbach contributed a double-double with 15 points and 11 rebounds. The Hornets are looking to defend their summer league title and will face the New Orleans Pelicans on July 11.
- •Charlotte Hornets opened 2026 NBA Summer League against Orlando Magic.
- •McNeeley made 7 three-pointers in the game.
- •Steinbach achieved a double-double with 15 points and 11 rebounds.
- •Hornets look to defend their summer league title.
- •Next game is against the New Orleans Pelicans on July 11.
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"Former UConn alum Liam McNeeley dominated for the Charlotte Hornets during their 2026 NBA Summer League opener.
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