27 Former College Players Set for 2026 NBA Summer League in Las Vegas

The 2026 NBA Summer League, starting July 10 in Las Vegas, will feature numerous players from recent college basketball programs showcasing their talents for NBA roster spots. Kentucky Wildcats have at least 13 former players participating, including rookies like Koby Brea with the Phoenix Suns and Amari Williams with the Boston Celtics, both competing for opening-day roster spots. Omaha area stars John Tonje, Hunter Sallis, and Chucky Hepburn will also compete, with Sallis already active on a two-way contract with the Philadelphia 76ers. Creighton University is represented by five players, including Ryan Kalkbrenner and Baylor Scheierman, who aim to solidify their NBA status after strong college and G League performances. Nebraska basketball alumni Brice Williams, Juwan Gary, Keisei Tominaga, and Jack McVeigh are set to make their Summer League debuts, while Clemson Tigers have five former players like Hunter Tyson and PJ Hall looking to impress NBA teams. The Summer League provides an important platform for rookies and young players to earn spots on NBA rosters or two-way contracts, with games streaming on ESPN+ throughout the event.