Nate Ament scored a team-high 23 points [1] to lead the Milwaukee Bucks to a 110-91 [7] victory over the Charlotte Hornets on Wednesday.
The performance provides an early glimpse of the impact the No. 13 overall pick can have on the Bucks' rotation as the team evaluates new talent.
Playing in Las Vegas, Nevada [10], Ament recorded six rebounds [3] and two steals [5] during the contest. He also connected on two three-pointers [6] to help secure the win for Milwaukee. The game served as part of the 2026 NBA preseason schedule [1].
Despite the individual success of Ament and the victory over Charlotte, the Bucks' overall summer league record remains 0-3 [8]. The Hornets move to a 1-2 record [9] following the loss.
Ament's efficiency in the game highlights his ability to create shots and contribute on the glass. The Bucks utilized the matchup to test their depth against the Hornets' defense in a high-scoring environment.
The victory marks a positive step for the Milwaukee roster as they continue to navigate the summer league circuit. While the team record is struggling, the emergence of Ament as a primary scoring option offers a bright spot for the organization's future development.
“Nate Ament scored a team-high 23 points”
Ament's high-scoring outing suggests he can handle the offensive load of a professional rotation, though the Bucks' 0-3 summer league record indicates a broader struggle with team cohesion and defensive consistency during the preseason phase.
