What happened: The 2026 NBA Summer League begins today in Las Vegas. The opening schedule features an immediate matchup between No. 1 overall pick AJ Dybantsa and No. 2 pick Darryn Peterson.

Why it matters: The head-to-head contest offers the first professional setting for the incoming draft class's premier talents. Their initial performances will provide early benchmarks for their transitions to the professional level.

What to watch: Broadcasts of the Las Vegas games start at 3:30 p.m. ET across Prime, ESPN, ESPN2 and NBA League Pass.