By Dionysis Aravantinos / info@eurohoops.net
In the first round of the NBA’s Las Vegas Summer League Tournament, the Philadephia 76ers defeated the Phoenix Suns 88 – 86 in a tough and exciting game.
After dropping 40 points against the Boston Celtics, Furkan Korkmaz scored 18 points (7/15 FG) against the 76ers to go along with five rebounds, three assists, one steal and one block. The 20-year old was also impressive down the stretch, scoring important buckets.
As for the Phoenix Suns, No. 1 overall pick Deandre Ayton flirted with a double-double, as he put up 10 points and nine rebounds.
Enjoy Furkan Korkmaz’s highlight plays:
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