Excitement Builds for the 2025 Salt Lake City Summer League!

Salt Lake City, USA - As the summer sun blazes down on Salt Lake City, basketball fans are gearing up for an exciting season ahead. The 2025 Salt Lake City Summer League is set to kick off at the Jon M. Huntsman Center this coming Saturday, July 5. It’s not just a series of friendly matches; it’s a chance for fans to spot future NBA stars and witness the action live, as some of the league’s most promising talents take to the court.

The participating teams this year include the Utah Jazz, Philadelphia 76ers, Memphis Grizzlies, and Oklahoma City Thunder. Each team will play three games, all before heading to the bigger stage of the Las Vegas Summer League. Fans can look forward to seeing five of the top-18 picks from the 2025 NBA Draft on the court in Salt Lake City, promising an exciting showcase of upcoming talent.

How to Watch

The entire event is set to be broadcast nationally, ensuring that fans won’t miss a second of the action. The broadcast team, featuring Craig Bolerjack on play-by-play, Thurl Bailey as an analyst, and Lauren Green on the sidelines, will keep audiences engaged throughout the games. Locally, Jazz fans can catch the action on KJZZ-TV or listen in via KSL Sports Zone radio, where David Locke and Ron Boone will provide coverage. Streaming options are plentiful, with services like YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, Fubo, Sling TV, and the ESPN app offering ways to tune in from anywhere.

• Day 1 (July 5):
  • Memphis Grizzlies vs. Oklahoma City Thunder at 5 p.m. (ESPN U)
  • Philadelphia 76ers vs. Utah Jazz at 7 p.m. (ESPN, KJZZ)
• Day 2 (July 7):
  • Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Philadelphia 76ers at 5 p.m. (ESPN)
  • Memphis Grizzlies vs. Utah Jazz at 7 p.m. (NBA TV, KJZZ)
• Day 3 (July 8):
  • Memphis Grizzlies vs. Philadelphia 76ers at 5 p.m. (NBA TV)
  • Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Utah Jazz at 7 p.m. (NBA TV, KJZZ)

Doors will swing open at 4 p.m. each day, giving fans time to settle in before the start of the games.

The Road Ahead

Following the Salt Lake City series, the action swings to Las Vegas on July 10, where the NBA 2K26 Summer League promises more high-stakes matchups. Notably, Cooper Flagg, the top pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, will make his debut with the Dallas Mavericks against the Los Angeles Lakers, featuring Bronny James. This highly anticipated matchup is set for July 10 at 8 p.m. ET, and it is expected to draw attention from fans and analysts alike, as Cooper steps onto the court for the first time. The Mavericks will also face significant talent in their upcoming games, including encounters with Dylan Harper’s San Antonio Spurs and Kon Knueppel’s Charlotte Hornets.

With a total of 88 games scheduled throughout July, including 76 in Las Vegas running through July 20, the summer league is packed with thrills and uncertainty. Each match serves as a platform for players to showcase their skills and increase their chances of making an NBA roster. As basketball fans relish the dream of witnessing the next greats of the game, the Salt Lake City Summer League is just the beginning of what promises to be a spectacular season ahead. Whether you’re a veteran fan or a newcomer looking to experience the excitement, this is the time to tune in and soak up the basketball bliss.