Phoenix Suns vs New Orleans Pelicans — Pelicans win 81-75, Jul 12, 2026

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Week 1 · NBA Summer League - Las Vegas

Final

Pelicans grind out gritty win over Suns in tense Pavilion showdown

The Pelicans claim victory over the Suns with a final score of 81-75. A strong defensive effort, highlighted by a standout performance, propelled New Orleans to this hard-fought win. This victory solidifies their position in the standings as they continue to push for playoff positioning.

New Orleans dominated the boards, out-rebounding Phoenix in a crucial battle for possession that fueled their victory.

The Pelicans' defense was relentless, holding the Suns to just 75 points, showcasing their commitment to stopping the opposition.

This win is a significant boost for New Orleans, keeping them in the hunt for a stronger playoff position as the season heats up.

The Pelicans are up next at Thunder (Oct 6), then at Heat. The Suns are up next at Pistons (Oct 5), then at Bulls.

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Devin Askew leads the Suns roster as a key playmaker, which could set the tone for Phoenix's offensive flow. His ability to create opportunities will be crucial against the Pelicans' defense.

Chris Bell represents the Pelicans' young talent and will be vital in establishing scoring early. His performance could dictate how well New Orleans keeps pace with Phoenix's offensive strategy.

Both teams have a mix of fresh faces in their Summer League rosters, with players like Koby Brea for the Suns and Malik Dia for the Pelicans looking to make an impact. Their contributions off the bench could swing momentum throughout the game.

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Line score and box score

Runs by inning across the top, then every batter and pitcher underneath. The pills switch clubs; the totals column is each side’s own line, not a comparison.

Qtr	1	2	3	4	T
PHXPhoenix Suns	12	19	23	21	75
NOPNew Orleans Pelicans	16	25	21	19	81

Players

Player	MIN	PTS	FG	3PT	FT	REB	AST	TO	STL	BLK	OREB	DREB	PF	+/-
Khaman Maluach	28	15	5-9	2-4	2-3	15	1	0	1	2	1	14	3	+10
Rasheer Fleming	28	11	4-10	1-4	1-1	4	2	2	1	2	2	2	5	-11
Koa Peat	28	12	5-10	0-1	1-3	4	1	4	2	0	0	4	7	-2
Koby Brea	31	2	1-11	0-7	0-0	4	1	2	1	0	0	4	1	+1
Darius Brown II	23	18	7-12	3-7	1-1	5	4	3	1	0	1	4	1	+7
Sam Hoiberg	6	0	0-1	0-1	0-0	1	0	1	0	0	0	1	1	-10
Jameer Nelson Jr.	16	8	3-7	0-1	1-3	0	0	3	2	0	0	0	1	-12
Corey Camper Jr.	12	0	0-1	0-0	0-0	3	0	1	1	0	1	2	1	-2
Jake Stephens	2	0	0-0	0-0	0-1	1	0	0	0	0	0	1	0	+1
Devin Askew	4	0	0-1	0-1	0-0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	1	+2
Javonte Cooke	21	9	3-10	0-4	2-2	4	1	2	1	0	0	4	1	-14

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