Kings,Hornets,Raptors,Thunder Reach NBA Summer League Semifinals

The NBA Summer League in Las Vegas is approaching its climax with the Sacramento Kings and Charlotte Hornets set to face off in the championship game after both teams entered the playoffs undefeated. Sacramento, known for their strong three-point shooting and balanced offense led by rookie Nique Clifford, secured the No. 4 seed and advanced by defeating top-seeded teams. The Hornets, led by rookies Kon Knueppel and Liam McNeeley, also remained undefeated and earned the No. 3 seed after a decisive win over the Spurs. Other semifinalists include the Toronto Raptors and Oklahoma City Thunder, with the semifinals scheduled for Saturday and the winners advancing to Sunday’s final. The Phoenix Suns will conclude their summer league campaign with a final game against the Portland Trail Blazers, looking to improve after a tough 1-3 start. The NBA Summer League serves as a showcase for rookies and young players to gain experience and make an impact ahead of the 2025-26 NBA season.