Overview
- The Jazz defeated the 76ers 93-89 in their Salt Lake City Summer League opener.
- VJ Edgecombe posted 28 points, 10 rebounds and four assists on 13-of-27 shooting, showcasing his two-way athleticism.
- Ace Bailey struggled offensively with eight points on 3-of-13 shooting but sealed the win with a decisive defensive rebound and drew praise for his effort and rebounding.
- Sixers coach T. J. DiLeo reiterated that Summer League is focused on player development, particularly emphasizing Edgecombe’s ball-handling growth and Broome-Bona frontcourt experiments.
- Utah plans to integrate Bailey’s defensive and rebounding strengths as it evaluates rookie contributions ahead of upcoming Salt Lake City and Las Vegas Summer League games.