SAN FRANCISCO – Cole Swider racked up 20 points to lead the Los Angeles Lakers to a 103-83 victory over the Miami Heat in the California Classic on Sunday at Chase Center. Swider and Bronny James led the Lakers to a hot start, combining for 22 points in the first half. Swider racked up 12 points on 4-for-6 shooting, while James tallied 10 points.

Lakers face Spurs in California Classic finale—can they finish 2-1 in the 2025 NBA Summer League with a strong closing performance?

The California Classic and Salt Lake City  2025 NBA Summer League kicked off on Saturday, showcasing a mix of recent draft standouts and hopefuls aiming to earn a spot on an NBA roster ahead of the regular season.