The Warriors Blue squad is facing the Milwaukee Bucks as the second day of the California Classic continues our 2026 NBA Summer League action.
Welcome to the 2026 NBA Summer League! We open the festivities with the 2026 California Classic, coming to you live from Sacramento.
Our second day of action opens with the Warriors Blue squad taking on the Milwaukee Bucks (3 ET, NBA TV /Prime Video/ESPN+).
Follow along with the California Classic with the NBA.com live blog.
JULY 4 / 4:41 p.m. ET
Bucks running in transition
Milwaukee’s opened up a 14-5 lead in fast break points, including four straight, keeping control over Warriors Blue.
Malique Lewis (5 pts, 4 reb), the 60th pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, just converted a tough and-one finish in traffic, lifting the Bucks to a 88-70 advantage with 5:20 to go in the game.
JULY 4 / 4:27 p.m. ET
Bucks up 77-58 after three
Milwaukee took control of this one in the third quarter, outscoring the Warriors 34-13.
Brandon Boston Jr. (15 pts) leads them in scoring.
They’ve held Golden State to 36.8% shooting from the field while establishing a 44-26 advantage in points in the paint.
JULY 4 / 4:13 p.m. ET
Bogoljub spurring the Bucks
Bogoljub Marković (12 pts, 4 reb, 3 ast) created eight straight points for Milwaukee, helping them to a 67-56 lead with 3:45 to go in the third.
The reigning ABA Best Young Player is worth checking out.
JULY 4 / 3:53 p.m. ET
Warriors lead 45-43 at the break
Milwaukee closed on a 14-6 run to make this contest close at the half, as former Clipper Brandon Boston Jr. (9 pts) and Jesse Edwards (9 pts, 3 reb, 2 blk) lead them in scoring.
Golden State boasts five players with six-plus points, shooting 6-for-15 (40%) from 3-point range so far. They’ve led all game, but have to hold off the charging Bucks.
JULY 4 / 3:44 p.m. ET
Marković making a mark
Bogoljub Marković (6 pts on 3-for-6 shooting) has flashed for the Bucks so far, showing some graceful length at 6-foot-11. The young man looks like a talent.
Bogi with the beautiful spin and lefty finish. pic.twitter.com/OPnjQKNApZ
— Milwaukee Bucks (@Bucks) July 4, 2026
JULY 4 / 3:25 p.m. ET
Warriors lead 25-18 after one
Steve Settle III (7 pts) scored seven straight for Golden State in the first, including a 28-foot 3-pointer, helping the Warriors Blue squad take command early.
Settle III, who attended Howard and Temple, played 14 games for the Sioux Falls Skyforce in 2025-26.
The Warriors are shooting 55.6% from the field, while the Bucks are at 33.3%.
JULY 4 / 3:13 p.m. ET
Moni is money so far
Jacksen Moni (6 pts on 2-for-3 shooting) is off to a hot start for the Warriors Blue squad, speeding them to a 15-8 lead with 5:19 to go in the first.
Jacksen Moni is starting things off from deep 🎯
📺 NBCSBA+ pic.twitter.com/p3PIi2RGjZ
— Golden State Warriors (@warriors) July 4, 2026
The 6-foot-10 Moni, who attended North Dakota State, played five games for the Santa Cruz Warriors in 2025-26, averaging 8.6 ppg.
He was first team All-Summit League in his senior college season, shooting 40.6% from 3-point range and 83.7% from the line.
On the Bucks side, Bogoljub Marković, the former No. 47 pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, opened the scoring with a smooth catch-and-finish.
First summer bucket belongs to Bogi. pic.twitter.com/YdrbYMXFnJ
— Milwaukee Bucks (@Bucks) July 4, 2026
JULY 4 / 1:25 p.m. ET
Warriors Blue-Bucks gets Saturday’s slate going
The Warriors Blue roster features Colby Jones, who’s played 70 games over three NBA seasons, most notably with the Sacramento Kings.
The Bucks boast No. 10 pick Brayden Burries, former Adriatic Basketball Association Best Young Player Bogoljub Marković and NBA veterans Pete Nance, Kira Lewis Jr., John Butler Jr., Luke Travers and Brandon Boston Jr.


JULY 4 / 12:19 a.m. ET
Warriors take dominant 104-72 win
No. 11 pick Yaxel Lendeborg (19 pts on 6-6 FGs, 5 reb, 6 ast, 4 3PM) had a sterling debut to his pro career, leading the way as the Warriors romped over the Lakers.
HAVE A NIGHT, @Yaxel_Lendeborg!
🏀 19 PTS
🏀 5 REB
🏀 6 AST
🏀 4-4 3PM
🏀 6-6 FGMWarriors defeat the Lakers in California Classic action! pic.twitter.com/Uslt9XVfHq
— NBA (@NBA) July 4, 2026
“Felt great,” said Lendeborg. “I had a lot of fun… Hopefully we can take it into the next game and continue to build.”
The Warriors had 32 assists on 39 field goals as they shot 62.9% from the field in the win, including a 16-for-26 mark (61.5%) from 3-point range.
No. 24 pick Cameron Carr (19 pts, 5 3PM) was the leading scorer for the Lakers.
Read more about the game on NBA.com.
JULY 4 / 12:01 a.m. ET
Lajae in the books
Lajae Jones, a 2024 NJCAA national champion with Barton Community College and the No. 54 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, knocks down a 3-pointer to begin his career.
Lajae Jones connects from downtown 😤
It’s the rookie’s first bucket in the California Classic! pic.twitter.com/w1x8DLKMui
— NBA (@NBA) July 4, 2026
91-63 Warriors with 5:52 to go in the fourth.
JULY 3 / 11:52 p.m. ET
Warriors up 86-52 after three
Golden State’s shooting 32-for-49 (65.3%) from the field in front of their home fans in San Francisco as they dominate the Lakers in the second game of the California Classic.
The Warriors are 14-for-22 (63.6%) from 3-point range — even Stephen Curry would be pleased with that percentage.
They also have a 34-24 advantage in points in the paint and a 14-5 edge in fast break points.
JULY 3 / 11:31 p.m. ET
Lendeborg still locked in
Yaxel Lendeborg (19 pts) starts his second half with an and-one layup, muscling Adou Thiero out of the way and finding space under the rim for the lay-in. He’s making a statement in his debut.
Yaxel Lendeborg showing off his strength 💯 https://t.co/9E5Yre3eto pic.twitter.com/hBRHGizz8h
— NBA (@NBA) July 4, 2026
60-33 Warriors with 9:38 to go in the third.
JULY 3 / 11:21 p.m. ET
Warriors lead 57-33 at the half
Yaxel Lendeborg (16 pts on 5-5 FGs, 5 reb, 4 ast, 4 3PM) is on fire to start his Summer League, joined by Will Richard (16 pts) as the Warriors, who have committed just two turnovers, push out to a halftime lead.
Yaxel Lendeborg was BALLING OUT in the first half 😮💨
16 PTS
4-4 3PM
5-5 FGMWatch the California Classic on Prime, ESPNU, and NBA TV. pic.twitter.com/Kx3E8Pskl5
— NBA (@NBA) July 4, 2026
Golden State went on a 25-5 run to end the second period, including four 3-pointers by Richard.
Will Richard (16 PTS, 6-8 FGM) for an 11-0 GSW run🔥
Warriors ahead in the 2Q, watch the California Classic on Prime, ESPNU, and NBA TV! pic.twitter.com/j237e8FiE5
— NBA (@NBA) July 4, 2026
Cameron Carr (14 pts, 4 3PM) is making his presence felt for the Lakers on the other end.
JULY 3 / 11:02 p.m. ET
Lendeborg lets it fly
Yaxel Lendeborg (14 pts) just dribbled into an above-the-break 3-pointer, looking smooth as he drilled it over the contest from Adou Thiero. Impressive shot from the rookie, who’s now 4-for-4 from distance.
Splash the three, hit the celly 👌
🌴 California Classic
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36-28 Warriors with 6:36 to go in the second.
JULY 3 / 10:59 p.m. ET
Zhaire in midair
Zhaire Smith (2 pts) just floated to the rim for a putback layup, showing the trademark hops that got him drafted in the first round of the 2018 NBA Draft out of Texas Tech.
33-28 Warriors with 8:04 to go in the half.
JULY 3 / 10:55 p.m. ET
Warriors lead 28-23 after one
First-round picks Yaxel Lendeborg (11 pts) and Cameron Carr (8 pts) are starring so far, as the Warriors take a 28-23 lead over the Lakers into the second quarter.
Lendeborg is 3-for-3 from 3-point range so far, benefitting as Golden State posted 10 assists on 12 field goals. They’re shooting 54.5% from the field, while the Lakers are at 50%.
Yaxel’s excited to be out there, showing some passion and moving the ball with verve so far.
JULY 3 / 10:39 p.m. ET
Yaxel starts off hot
Yaxel Lendeborg (6 pts, 2 ast, 2 3PM) has started off with a bang, giving the Warriors a lift as they start their Summer League campaign.
The 6-foot-9 forward brings size and versatility to the floor at all times.
16-10 Warriors with 4:58 to go in the first quarter.
JULY 3 / 10:02 p.m. ET
Lakers-Warriors Gold in the nightcap
The second half of our Summer League doubleheader features the Warriors debut of No. 11 pick Yaxel Lendeborg, who last played during Michigan’s national championship win over UConn in March.
Will Richard should also feature heavily after having bright moments for Golden State last season.
The Lakers’ roster is highlighted by Cameron Carr, the No. 24 pick; Adou Thiero, who saw time against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the Playoffs; Robbie Avila, who drew comparisons to Nikola Jokić at Indiana State and St. Louis; and Zhaire Smith, the former No. 16 pick in the 2018 NBA Draft, who’s on the comeback trail.


JULY 3 / 9:42 p.m. ET
Heat hold off Spurs 88-87
The Spurs and Heat traded big shots down the stretch, including four late points from Tarris Reed Jr. (10 pts, 7 reb), but Miami survived to take the first game of the 2026 Summer League and the California Classic.
Ryan Conwell (21 pts, 3 3PM) and Jahmir Young (21 pts, 4 ast, 3 stl, 3 3PM) were the top scorers for the Heat, while Miles Kelly (16 pts) paced things for the Spurs.
Ryan Conwell (21 PTS, 3 3PM) was HOOPIN’ 🔥
The 37th overall pick and the Heat pick up the dub in the California Classic! pic.twitter.com/HQBxQPiBCQ
— NBA Draft (@NBADraft) July 4, 2026
“Just really locking in and playing team ball,” said Conwell of the win. “Blessed.”
Read more about the game on NBA.com.
JULY 3 / 9:32 p.m. ET
Spurs cut it to two
76-74 Heat with 4:39 to go, as Ja’Kobi Gillespie finds Maliq Brown (10 pts, 3 reb) for an alley-oop jam.
Ja’Kobi Gillespie to Maliq Brown 💥
Gillespie with 8 assists and Brown with 10 points!
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— NBA (@NBA) July 4, 2026
Gillespie’s been a steady presence for the Spurs, showing his chops as a floor general and creator. His handle looks a cut above the other guards on the floor.
JULY 3 / 9:20 p.m. ET
Heat up 65-57 after three
Ryan Conwell (13 pts) knocked down his second 3-pointer of the game as the third quarter wound down. He’s made his presence felt in his first Summer League action, showing some skill and shooting.
The Spurs have hung around in this game, but never led. Tarris Reed Jr. (4 pts, 5 reb) has been battling Vladislav Golden (10 pts, 6 reb, 3 ast) in the post as he looks to get his sea legs.
JULY 3 / 9:16 p.m. ET
Jahmir is in the groove
He’s up to 14 points for the Heat, including this quick slash to the rim and graceful finish.
Jahmir with that behind the back 🫡 pic.twitter.com/WqEGTFDrvx
— Miami HEAT (@MiamiHEAT) July 4, 2026
JULY 3 / 9:01 p.m. ET
Conwell on the break
The Louisville product delivered a nice one-handed bounce pass on the break to Jahmir Young (12 pts) for a layup. An encouraging sign and nice dime.
45-41 Heat with 7:42 to go in the third, as Conwell goes to the line again.
JULY 3 / 8:51 p.m. ET
Heat lead 43-36 at the half
Miami’s earned an 18-8 edge in points in the paint, as well as an 8-2 advantage in fast break points, on their way to a halftime lead.
Both teams are flying around and playing defense, as players seek to earn spots in the Association.
Keyshawn Hall, most recently of Auburn, converted this sweet Eurostep layup to help give the Heat the upper hand.
That steal 👉 finish!!! pic.twitter.com/Nv8f68E5xp
— Miami HEAT (@MiamiHEAT) July 4, 2026
Catch the second half on ESPN and Prime Video!
JULY 3 / 8:39 p.m. ET
A little duel out West
Jahmir Young (10 pts in 10:14) dropped seven quick points to open the second quarter, pushing Miami’s advantage.
But he was matched by Miles Kelly (11 pts), who has seven in the quarter as well, including a layup off a dime from Ja’Kobi Gillespie (5 ast) that just cut the Heat lead to five.
38-33 Miami with 3:25 to go in the half.
JULY 3 / 8:27 p.m. ET
Heat lead 25-16 after one
Ryan Conwell and former Knick Trevor Keels (6 pts) lead Miami in scoring, while North Carolina product R.J. Davis (5 pts) is the top man for the Spurs.
Myron Gardner delivered the highlight of the first quarter, though.
Myron Gardner with POWER.
Miami holds the lead midway through the 1Q!
🌴 California Classic
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JULY 3 / 8:16 p.m. ET
Conwell to the line
Ryan Conwell, the No. 37 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, just went to the line after being fouled on a 3-pointer, which he squared up on the move to launch.
If he’s that kind of confident, it’ll be a meaningful addition for Miami as they surround Giannis Antetokounmpo. He shot 34.5% from 3-point range and 83.2% from the line in his senior season at Louisville.
18-10 Heat with 3:32 to go in the first.
JULY 3 / 8:02 p.m. ET
The Heat open the summer scoring
Jahmir Young breaks the seal on the 2026 Summer League with a 15-foot jumper.
The Maryland product played 14 games with the Heat in 2025-26, averaging 1.8 ppg in 4.1 mpg.
JULY 3 / 6:40 p.m. ET
The summer begins to heat up
Our first game of the summer features the Miami Heat and San Antonio Spurs (8 ET, Prime / ESPN / NBA TV).
Miami will be led by second-year guard Myron Gardner and second-round pick Ryan Conwell, while San Antonio features second-year wing Carter Bryant and rookies Jayden Quaintance and Tarris Reed Jr.


JULY 3 / 6:30 p.m. ET
New rule in play for Summer League
This summer, we’ll be testing the one free throw rule, which has been in place in the G League since the 2019-20 season.
The G League and Summer League have often served as testing labs for the league before bringing rule changes or amended policies into NBA games.
Among those that started at those levels and eventually got to the NBA: the coaches’ challenge, resetting the 24-second shot clock to 14 seconds in offensive rebound situations and the one-shot award for a transition take foul — which is when a defender intentionally commits a foul to halt a transition opportunity for the opposition.
The one free throw rule will be tested at the upcoming NBA summer leagues.
With this rule, any foul that would typically result in one, two or three free throws under standard NBA rules will instead result in a single free throw attempt. That attempt will be worth the same… pic.twitter.com/tFiOpJLnQW
— NBA Communications (@NBAPR) July 2, 2026
The 2026 Summer League will also use a “connected basketball,” which contains a sensor that detects contact with the ball.
