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Pistons lose to 76ers in summer league opener despite Okorie's strong debut

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 9, 2026, 11:37 PM

Last updated Jul 9, 2026

Pistons lose to 76ers in summer league opener despite Okorie's strong debut

Summary

The Detroit Pistons fell to the Philadelphia 76ers, 101-91, in their Summer League opener on July 9 in Las Vegas. Isaac Jones led the Pistons with 22 points, while rookie Ebuka Okorie contributed 20 points on 8-of-14 shooting, including two three-pointers. The game saw the Pistons tie it at 85 late in the fourth quarter before the 76ers secured the win with timely scoring. The Pistons will continue their Summer League schedule with additional games ahead.

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By the Numbers

•Pistons take first loss of summer league against 76ers.
•Isaac Jones scores 22 points for Detroit.
•Ebuka Okorie shines with 20 points in his debut.
•Game tied at 85 before 76ers pull ahead late.
•Next game on schedule for Pistons as summer league continues.

Latest Updates

11:52 PMYahoo Sports — Ebuka Okorie shines in Summer League debut, but Pistons fall to 76ers
11:37 PMYahoo Sports — Rookie Ebuka Okorie has solid debut in Pistons' summer league opener

What they're saying

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Detroit Pistons score: Top pick Ebuka Okorie had 20 points, four assists and two steals in his Summer League debut in Las Vegas on Thursday.
— Yahoo Sports