Former Nebraska Players Compete in NBA Summer League Across Multiple Teams

This year's NBA Summer League showcases emerging talent from various backgrounds, including former Nebraska players like Jack McVeigh, Keisei Tominaga, Brice Williams, and Juwan Gary, all striving to secure NBA or G League positions. The Chicago Bulls, a team with a challenging past 25 years, continue to develop their young core through the Summer League, featuring promising players such as 12th overall pick Noa Essengue and undrafted free agent Caleb Grill. Historically, the Bulls have had notable Summer League performers like Coby White, Wendell Carter Jr., Doug McDermott, and Bobby Portis, who have used the platform to launch or enhance their NBA careers. The Vegas Summer League remains a premier offseason event, offering fans insight into future NBA stars, with past top scorers including names like Damian Lillard and John Wall, although strong Summer League performances do not always predict long-term NBA success. Collectively, these insights highlight the Summer League's role as a critical stage for player development and scouting across the league.