The Utah Jazz fell to 0-2 in the 2026 NBA Summer League on Sunday, hammered 104-82 by the Los Angeles Clippers at Thomas & Mack Center. Last result: Los Angeles Lakers 131-107 Utah Jazz (2026-04-13). Utah’s recent form now reads 2W-0D-3L over their last five, with losses in their past two outings.
What happened?
Los Angeles stormed back from a 44-40 deficit in the third quarter to post a 42-12 run that buried Utah. The Clippers stretched their lead to 28 points in the fourth quarter, outrebounding the Jazz 49-43 and dominating second-chance points 21-8. Keaton Wagler paced Utah with 20 points, three assists and three rebounds, while Darryn Peterson added 19 points, five assists, two steals and two blocks.
Why it matters for Utah Jazz
Utah’s Summer League struggles continue after a promising start. The Jazz’s defense collapsed in the second half, allowing 64 points in the third and fourth quarters combined. Their bench production lagged behind LA’s, with Blake Hinson’s 12 points leading the reserves. The loss drops Utah to 0-2 in Las Vegas, leaving little margin for error ahead of Monday’s game against the Chicago Bulls.
Key takeaways from the loss
Utah’s first-round pick Darryn Peterson carried the offense with 19 points, but the team’s defense couldn’t contain Clippers guard Nick Martinelli, who led the bench with 14 points. Jonas Aidoo managed nine points, 10 rebounds and three blocks, but foul trouble limited his impact. The Jazz’s turnover margin swung heavily in LA’s favor, with Utah coughing up 15 miscues to just eight for the Clippers.
What comes next?
Utah faces the Chicago Bulls on Monday at 9 ET on ESPN, looking to snap their losing streak. After that, the Jazz’s Summer League slate continues with a tilt against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Wednesday. The team’s offensive rhythm and defensive rotations remain works in progress as they chase their first win in Las Vegas.