Basketball

Former Iowa Standouts Shine in NBA Summer League in Las Vegas

Bennett Stirtz leads the Thunder while Brendan Hausen prepares for a Grizzlies showdown, both games streaming on Amazon Prime Video

The NBA Summer League in Las Vegas is set to showcase a quartet of former Iowa Hawkeyes, each making their fourth appearance on the summer circuit. The Oklahoma City Thunder will meet the Dallas Mavericks at 3 p.m. CT, while the Memphis Grizzlies take on the Atlanta Hawks at 7 p.m. CT, with both contests streaming live on Amazon Prime Video.

Schedule and Broadcast Details

The Thunder’s matchup with the Mavericks kicks off the evening’s doubleheader, followed by the Grizzlies’ clash with the Hawks later in the night. Fans can tune in via Amazon Prime Video, which will carry the live feed for both games, ensuring that viewers across the United States can follow the action in real time.

Oklahoma City’s leading scorer, Bennett Stirtz, has been a constant presence in the Thunder’s scoring column throughout the first three games, topping the team with 22 points in the latest outing. Contributions from Sandfort and Dix added 19 and 14 points respectively, underscoring a balanced offensive attack.

Memphis’ Brendan Hausen, meanwhile, logged 20 points in his previous Summer League appearance for the Grizzlies, a performance that bodes well for his upcoming contest against the Hawks. The games represent a final opportunity for these former college standouts to fine‑tune their skills before the regular season begins.

Beyond individual statistics, the matchups offer a glimpse into how these players fit into their respective NBA teams’ plans. Stirtz’s consistent scoring could earn him a larger role in Oklahoma City’s rotation, while Hausen’s defensive versatility may translate into meaningful minutes for Memphis.

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