Liam McNeeley’s explosive performance off the bench ultimately proved decisive as the Charlotte Hornets clinched a crucial win in the NBA 2K26 Summer League. Coming into the game as the second unit sparked a new energy, McNeeley displayed remarkable versatility, combining sharpshooting with aggressive drives to the basket. His knack for timely plays-whether it was draining deep three-pointers or creating fast-break opportunities-kept the Hornets in control during the critical stages of the matchup.

Key highlights of McNeeley’s impact include:

  • 22 points on 8-for-12 shooting, including 4 triples
  • 6 assists facilitating ball movement
  • 3 steals generating turnovers and transition chances
  • Boosted overall bench efficiency by +15 rating
PlayerPointsAssistsRebounds
Liam McNeeley2264
Jalen Robertson1837
Marcus Banks1555