Sixers coach praises Matt Rogers' performance in summer league game
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 13, 2026, 5:11 PM
Last updated Jul 13, 2026
In a summer league matchup in Las Vegas, Philadelphia 76ers coach TJ DiLeo highlighted the contributions of big man Matt Rogers, who scored 17 points off the bench during a recent contest against the Indiana Pacers. Rogers, the 2025 Patriot League tournament MVP, is making a comeback after recovering from an ACL injury that sidelined him for over a year. DiLeo noted Rogers' basketball IQ and ability to make crucial plays, including a pivotal three-pointer that helped the team secure an overtime victory. The Sixers are set to continue their summer league play on Tuesday against the Houston Rockets.
- •Matt Rogers scores 17 points in summer league win over Indiana Pacers.
- •He is recovering from an ACL injury sustained in the NCAA Tournament.
- •Coach TJ DiLeo praises Rogers for smart plays and communication.
- •Rogers' three-pointer was key in late-game strategy.
- •The Sixers will face the Houston Rockets next on Tuesday.
- 5:11 PMYahoo Sports — Sixers summer league coach discusses the play of big man Matt Rogers
"Philadelphia 76ers summer league coach TJ DiLeo discusses the play of big man Matt Rogers in Vegas.
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