The Indiana Pacers encountered a setback in their Summer League matchup against the Chicago Bulls, losing 114-105. Despite the defeat, second-year forward Johnny Furphy showcased his potential, finishing with 15 points, six rebounds, two assists, two steals, and two blocks. His highlight reel moment came in the second quarter when he executed a stunning dunk over Bulls rookie Noa Essengue, creating a viral sensation on social media.

The Pacers capitalized on the moment by posting a photo of Furphy's dunk, which quickly amassed nearly 2 million views and sparked humorous reactions from fans. Comments ranged from sympathy for Essengue to disbelief at the dunk's ferocity.