Four Former Penn State Players Join 2025 NBA Summer League Rosters

Four former Penn State Nittany Lions—Yanic Konan Niederhauser, Ace Baldwin Jr., Zach Hicks, and Andrew Funk—are set to compete in the 2025 NBA Summer League, representing the Los Angeles Clippers, Memphis Grizzlies, Boston Celtics, and Philadelphia 76ers respectively. Niederhauser made history as the first Penn State player drafted in the first round, selected 30th overall by the Clippers, after a strong collegiate season highlighted by leading the Big Ten in blocks and shooting over 61%. Baldwin Jr., a two-time Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year, signed with the Grizzlies and concluded his college career with impressive stats including over 1,700 points, 800 assists, and 300 steals, ranking among the NCAA Division I leaders. Hicks, known for his three-point shooting, signed a Summer League deal with the Celtics after leading Penn State in three-pointers for two seasons, while Funk joins the 76ers following prior stints with the Nuggets and Bulls organizations. Additionally, Penn State has other players like Jalen Pickett and Seth Lundy active in the NBA, underscoring the program's increasing professional impact. These players' participation in the Summer League showcases Penn State's growing presence and success in professional basketball.