Celtics Stock Up/Stock Down: Rookies Impress In Summer League Win Over Hornets
Boston Celtics rookies delivered an impressive performance in a Summer League victory over the Charlotte Hornets.
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The brief
The Boston Celtics defeated the Charlotte Hornets 87-75 in their second Vegas Summer League game. According to NBA.com, the Celtics took control of the match late in the game to secure the win.
Coverage from Sports Illustrated and ESPN emphasizes the strong play of the team's rookies. The Boston Globe specifically highlights rookie Dillon Mitchell, noting that the team has encouraged him to shoot from 3-point range.
Future coverage will likely follow the progress of the rookies as the Celtics move to a 1-0 record in the tournament, while the Hornets sit at 1-1 according to CelticsBlog.
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Quick answers
What was the final score of the game?
The Celtics beat the Hornets 87-75.
Which rookie is being encouraged to shoot 3-pointers?
Dillon Mitchell is being told by the Celtics to fire away from 3-point range.
Where did this game take place?
The game was part of the Vegas Summer League.
Coverage (6)
- Celtics 87-75 Hornets (Jul 12, 2026) Game Recap ESPN · 9h ago
- Celtics tell rookie Dillon Mitchell to fire away from 3-point range The Boston Globe · 9h ago
- Boston Celtics (1-0) vs Charlotte Hornets (1-1) Vegas Summer League Game #2 7/12/26 CelticsBlog · 9h ago
- 2026 NBA Summer League: Celtics take over late vs. Hornets NBA.com · 9h ago
- Celtics Stock Up/Stock Down: Rookies Impress In Summer League Win Over Hornets Sports Illustrated · 9h ago
- 4 takeaways as Celtics beat Hornets in Summer League as rookie shines MassLive · 11h ago
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