Rupert is a mystery box that could be unlocked with some patience. The former second-round pick averaged 4.0 points in 16.2 minutes per game as a rookie with the Blazers in 2023-24, but his role only dropped off from there.

Hall showed out in the 2025 Summer League for the Hornets and seemed poised to break out with the Grizzlies, but he was sacrificed so Memphis could bring in rookie Jahmai Mashack. The big man still has the potential to be a difference maker somehwere.

Smith, who was a first-round pick in 2023, is an example of just how tough it is to stick in the NBA today. The crafty guard averaged 9.9 points for the Hornets in 2024-25 and was named the best scorer on a two-way contract by TWT and BMB.

After missing 2023-24 while dealing with blood clots, Koloko is fighting to stick in the NBA and contribute. He's a defensive weapon and lob threat who any point guard would love playing with. The big man averaged 2.4 points on 60.6% from the field with the Lakers in 2024-25.

Martin, who was the 51st overall pick in 2022, went from nearly out of the league to a legitimate rotation-caliber guy with the Nets in 2024-25. He averaged 8.7 points and 2.0 assists for Brooklyn, showcasing strong shooting and connective passing chops.

Nance's matured skillset could allow him to be a rotation big as soon as this upcoming season. He's a stretch big with solid feel for the game and defensive versatility.

Terry, a 2022 first-round pick, was never able to fully break into Chicago’s rotation during his 3.5 years with the team. He’s an energy booster off the bench who’s found more confidence in his three-point shot over time.

March Madness legend Johnny Juzang has found his niche in the league as a 3PT specialist. He shot 37.6% from deep on 4.9 attempts in 2024-25. Juzang was a 2025 Bench Mob Blog All-Star.

A gritty, hard-headed guard, Harkless is ready to help shift the culture in Utah. He appeared in 10 games for the Jazz as a rookie last season, averaging 3.2 points and 1.0 steals.

Reeves is a three-point sniper who shot 38.4% from deep in college and 39.5% as a rookie. He produced well for New Orleans in limited minutes and will look to do the same for Charlotte.

A versatile big man who can space the floor, Carlson is perfect for the modern game. He was a member of OKC's 2025 championship squad.

Injury concerns led to McCullar falling to the 56th pick in the 2024 draft. He has the potential to be one of the biggest steals of his class with his rugged two-way abilities. The Kansas product was named the best perimeter defender on a two-way contract by TWT and BMB.

NBA fans who are tuned into college hoops too will recognize the name Caleb Love. He was a very polarizing player during his time in the NCAA, but a good one too with a long list of accolades and standout March Madness performances to his name.

Evbuomwan put together a Bench Mob Blog All-Star season in 2024-25, capitalizing on the opportunites he was afforded by the tanking Nets. The British forward averaged 9.5 points in 23.8 minutes a game.

Lawson had some fiery performances for the Raptors last season, averaging 9.1 points in 18.7 minutes a night. The Ontario native's shooting will be valuable for a Toronto team that needs help in the spacing department.

Barnhizer was somewhat of a surprise pick on 2025 draft night, but he quickly justified OKC’s excitement. The Northwestern product averaged 10.4 points and 2.6 steals in Summer League, showing all the grit and hustle the Thunder love to see from their role players.

Enrique Freeman is a workhorse. He led the NCAA in rebounding as a senior at Akron despite being 6'7". He played a limited role as a rookie with the Pacers and is now moving to Minnesota.

Sanogo, who was the Most Outstanding Player of the 2023 NCAA tournament, can be a dominant force on the interior. He’s been one of the best per-minute rebounders in the NBA when he’s been on the court.

Tonje blossomed into an All-American in his pre-draft season at Wisconsin, averaging 19.6 points per game. The Madison Hammer's polished frame and game should help him succeed at the NBA level from day one.

Jones Garcia was one of the hottest names on the two-way market over the summer. He made the 2K26 All-Summer League First Team, practically forcing the Spurs to give him a chance on the varsity squad.

Jones is a little-things king. He makes his impact by hustling on defense, crashing the glass and making sharp cuts. He earned a contract conversion as a rookie with the Sacramento Kings in 2024-25.

An integral part of Florida’s 2025 NCAA championship squad, Martin plays like a winner. He dogs on defense, makes sharp reads, and isn’t afraid of big moments. The bouncy guard will be a good fit in Toronto’s culture.

An electric downhill guard with an unrelenting competitive spirit, Small is a very enticing prospect for the Grizzlies. He averaged 18.6 points and 5.6 assists at West Virginia last season.

Brea is one of the best shooters in the world already. He made 317 threes in his five collegiate seasons, shooting 43.4% on 4.9 attempts a game. TWT and BMB named him as the best shooter on a two-way contract for the upcoming season.

Baldwin was once a projected lottery pick before he tanked his stock at UW Milwaukee. He's bounced around in the NBA but has value as a jumbo shooter on the wing.

A mountain of a man, Zikarsky should have an easier time adjusting to the NBA than most teenagers since he’s well over seven feet tall. The Australian has the potential to be a potent rim protector and has flashed some shooting as well.

Dixon was one of college basketball's best scorers (and players) at Villanova. He has the talent to succeed in the NBA, he just needs to figure out what role he fits best in.

While he hasn't lived up to the expectations of a 17th pick, Hood-Schifino still has some intrigue as a prospect. He averaged 7.8 points and 2.8 assists for the 76ers last season.

A sparky, athletic wing, Rhoden has had some nice stretches on both ends of the floor in his three NBA seasons. In 2024-25, he averaged 11.4 points for the Raptors.

Tshiebwe is one of the greatest rebounders college basketball has ever seen. The Kentucky product’s energy in the paint and on the glass has translated to the pros, too. He averaged 7.6 points and 8.7 rebounds in 18.2 minutes a night for the Jazz in 2024-25. It's no surprise that TWT and BMB named him the best rebounder on a two-way contract.

Leons is a defensive menace who will gladly take on responsibilities at the point of attack, on the wing or from the helpside as a 6’9” forward. His offensive game has improved over time, too. The Netherlands native appeared in six games for OKC last season as a rookie.

Chomche is one of the rawest and youngest players in the league, but his potential is off the charts. The Cameroon native has an enticing package of starter tools and could become a force in a few years. TWT and BMB named him the two-way prospect with the highest potential in the league.

Jemison had a successful rookie year with the Grizzlies in 2023-24, averaging 7.4 points and 1.2 blocks while starting 14 games. He played a more limited role in his second year, but he still caught New York's eye, and the team may call his number if Mitchell Robinson goes down with an injury.

Harper hasn’t shown much of anything in his three NBA seasons, playing just 11 total career games and averaging 2.2 points. However, he’s been a G League star, and the Celtics are clearly fans of him. This could be his break-through campaign.

OKC’s 2024 first-round pick was buried in the rotation as a rookie, averaging 2.5 points in 10.2 minutes per game. The Thunder parted ways with Jones after one season despite trading a haul of SRPs to draft him in the first place, and he has a chance to make them seriously regret it.

Council is an explosive microwave scorer who can fill it up from all three levels. He’s fearless and determined, but his high confidence can lead to streakiness. He averaged 21.6 points per 36 as a rookie with the 76ers in 2023-24.

Few two-way contract players in the league have more potential than Smith. The 21-year-old has a clear NBA skill in his shooting and plenty of room to grow in other areas. He averaged just 2.9 points for the Bucks as a rookie, but he played a small role and could look a lot better with the chance to spread his wings.

An intimidating force on the interior, Goldin will have no trouble transitioning to the NBA physically. The Michigan product has some floor spacing potential as well.

Simpson is a gamer of a point guard who can control the flow of a contest with his scoring and floor generalship. His shot didn’t fall in his rookie year (25.4% from three), but it did in Summer League and history says it will continue to trend upwards.

Whitehead, who was a first-round pick in 2023, is still just 21 years old. The young wing has proven he has a burner on him, and he has plenty of time to develop the rest of his game and become a solid role player.

Dallas’ already scary center rotation just got scarier. Cisse is a fierce rim protector with a Big 12 DPOY award and two Big 12 all-defense teams under his belt. The big man averaged 1.7 blocks per game in his college career.

An NCAA legend best known for his mustache, Timme doesn’t necessarily look the part of an NBA player. However, he showed with the Nets in 2024-25 that he can hang at the highest level. He averaged 12.1 points and 7.2 rebounds in nine games with the team.

He’s a raw prospect, but Livingston has intriguing tools physically and skill-wise. The 22-year-old hasn’t had much opportunity in the NBA so far in his career, making him a blank slate a team can play around with. He averaged 1.3 points during his two seasons with the Bucks.

Williams’ first NBA action came in 2023 for a depleted Blazers squad, and he averaged 10.6 points in five games for the team. After that, he spent two years with the Rockets, where he posted 3.0 points a night in an energy reserve role.

Dante only played four games as a rookie for the Rockets in 2024-25, but he showed he belongs. The big man averaged 6.0 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 1.3 blocks in just 12.8 minutes a night.

Beauchamp, a former first-round pick, has struggled to fit into a role in the NBA through his first three years. Still, he has a lot of natural talent, and if a team is willing to buy into his development, they could be rewarded handsomely.

In the midst of a swarm of injuries for the Pelicans last season, Jamal Cain got some serious opportunity to show what he can do. He averaged 14.7 points in seven games in April and 5.3 points on the year overall.

Brooks had a hot start to his NBA career, averaging 10.1 points on 48.6% shooting in 14 games for the Pelicans last season. He's lengthy, versatile, and tenacious, and more consistency as a shooter could land him in a rotation.

Shooting and positional size are two key attributes for a role player in today’s NBA, and Hinson has both. He torched nets from outside in college, shooting 42.1% on 7.9 attempts as a senior, and found similar success in the G League last season.

Versatility at the big man spot has become highly valued, and that’s what Robinson provides. He can finish inside in a multitude of ways while also being able to step out and knock down threes. The Vegas native averaged 8.1 and 5.9 rebounds for the Raptors last season.

Alexander is a crafty guard who can oscillate between being a lead playmaker and an on-ball scorer. He played a limited role for the Nuggets as a rookie, averaging 1.3 points in 4.9 minutes a night.

Bacot had a phenomenal collegiate career at North Carolina, but he hasn’t had a chance to prove himself at the NBA level since going undrafted in 2024. He averaged 16.8 points and 9.5 rebounds in the G League in 2024-25, and more strong minor league play this year should be enough to finally earn him a look.

The way Buie plays and handles himself on the court screams professional. Northwestern’s GOAT never folds under pressure, dissecting defenses with his stellar playmaking and scoring. He averaged 11.1 points in the G League last season.

A true game manager of a point guard, Dennis can be trusted to run a bench unit. The Baylor product delivered multiple rock-solid performances for the undermanned Pacers early in the 2025-26 season.

A 2023 second-round pick, Slawson played just one NBA season before entering the G League fray. The Furman product is a below-average athlete but makes up for it with feel and finesse.

Liddell was considered a first-round prospect by many back in 2022, but injuries led to him falling to the 41st pick and missing his entire rookie year. He hasn’t played many real minutes in his two healthy NBA campaigns, but has proved to be a defensive stalwart in the G League and Summer League.

Castleton is a versatile big who can play the four and the five spot. He spaces the floor, makes plays inside and dishes out some slick passes. The Florida product averaged 4.7 points and 4.7 rebounds last season while splitting time between the Grizzlies, Raptors and 76ers.

One of the engines of the 2025 St. John’s squad, Richmond plays with a lot of heart and toughness. The dogged defender leaves some to be desired as a shooter, though.

Sarr is a skilled big with shooting touch and defensive utility. He averaged 4.8 points on 56/37/76 shooting splits in three seasons with the Thunder.

Mashack is a fantastic perimeter defender, one of the best the 2025 draft class has to offer. He made an SEC All-Defensive team as a senior while averaging 1.7 steals. The guard will need to add a consistent jumper to reach his ceiling as an NBA role player.

Davison, the reigning G League MVP, is bursting with talent. He’s lightning quick getting downhill and can tear up defenses inside the arc with his rim pressure and kickout playmaking. His pedigree can’t be questioned, but his ability to fit into a role at the NBA level as a small guard with a streaky jumper can.

Plowden made his NBA debut last season as a 26-year-old and scored 19 points in his first game. He's an effective scorer from multiple levels who knows his role.

Cryer proved himself to be two things in college: a bucket and a winner. The 2021 National Champion has the drive and game to make it as a pro, but his height may hold him back.

Davis, a college legend from UNC, is the definition of a walking bucket. He brought his elite scoring ability to preseason for the Lakers, showing he’s a true professional at his craft.

Edwards has the floor of a capable third-string big with his solid rebounding, rim protection, and interior finishing abilities. He fits in, but what can he do to stand out?

In a year and some change with the Celtics, Peterson showed the makings of a useful stretch forward. He shot 42.1% from deep in 28 games with the team. In the G League in 2024-25, he averaged 17.4 points.

There’s always room for a lights-out shooter with solid positional size in NBA rotations. Jones showed in college and Summer League that he’s liable to get on a heater at any time. He could be a dangerous weapon playing next to Jokic.

Williams was one of the Big 10’s best scorers for multiple years at Nebraska, and he averaged 20.4 points as a senior. Even when his volume goes down in the NBA, his lethal shooting should allow him to find a role.

Enaruna was one of the more under-the-radar Summer League standouts for Cleveland in July. The stocky forward averaged 11.0 points in the G in 2024-25 and has been putting on an even stronger performance this year.

Traditional backup point guards like Tyus Jones and Monte Morris have made their way in the NBA by rarely turning the ball over and knocking down pullup jumpers. Pullin does those things and separates himself from the crowd with his above-average height for a guard (6’4”). The Florida product averaged 15.0 points in the G League as a rookie.

An athletic, versatile wing, Bates would be a crisp fit in any system. The Missouri product averaged 13.3 points as a senior while leading the entire nation in FT% at 94.6%.

An energetic big man with good finishing touch inside, Olbrich is an intriguing prospect coming from the land down under. He averaged 8.9 points on 61.9% shooting during his pre-draft season in the NBL.

Roddy was a first-round pick in 2022, but he hasn’t really met expectations up to this point. He’s played for five teams and counting in three years. Perhaps his best ball so far came with Atlanta last season, where he averaged 4.5 points and shot 47.3% from the field and 37.2% from three.

Omier plays way bigger than his 6’7” listed height. He’s a phenomenal rebounder— he averaged 10.8 boards as a senior at Baylor.

Never forget: Emoni Bates was once considered the next Kevin Durant-esque superstar. He’s far from that today, but he’s still a talented microwave scorer with plenty of potential in the tank.

Despite being on a two-way contract with the Bucks in 2023-24, Galloway has never appeared in an NBA game, but that may change soon. The springy wing has been cooking in international play, and is already a much better player than he was when he was with Milwaukee.

Moore was supposed to be an NBA-ready prospect out of Duke, but it took him a while before he started showing any flashes. He averaged 5.4 points and 3.2 rebounds on 47% from the field and 37% from three with the Hornets last season, which was the best basketball of his young career. Even though he hasn’t quite met expectations, there’s still a quality 3&D role player in him somewhere.

Flowers is an unmolded ball of clay, and the right hands could turn him into an awesome role player. The 20-year-old only scored 11 points as a rookie, with nine of them coming in his debut, but he averaged an efficient 17.7 in the G League.

Alabama superstar Mark Sears will face an uphill battle in the NBA considering his height, but he has all the talent to be a successful underdog story. He made two All-American teams during his time in college.

Hawkins is a modern power forward who can shoot, pass, and wear multiple hats on defense. He could have heard his name called in the 2024 draft, but opted to stay in college one more year for NIL purposes and ended up going undrafted.

Lewis was a victim of the Lakers’ poor player development system, barely sniffing the court in one-and-a-half seasons with the team after being drafted there in 2023. He was traded to the Nets last season and averaged 5.3 points on 38.0% from three.

Dribble-pass-shoot role players are at a premium in today’s NBA, and those are the talents Sims possesses. He’s the all-time leading scorer for Charlotte’s G League affiliate, the Swarm.

Dennis is a dynamic athlete in the backcourt with a fearless attitude. He played four games for the Mavericks back in 2023-24, scoring a career-high 18 points against the Rockets on December 22nd, 2023.

Baugh played nearly two full G League seasons before earning his first call-up to the big leagues. The scrappy guard averaged 7.3 points and 3.7 assists in 15 games for the Hornets last season. He scored 16 points in his NBA debut on February 12th, 2025.

Hepburn is small but mighty. He was one of the best guard defenders in college basketball as a senior with Louisville, and he’s made for the moment when it comes to clutch time. The former Wisconsin Badger went for an impressive 22-point outing against Creighton in the 2025 NCAA tournament and averaged 16.4 points on the year overall.

After going undrafted in 2022, Pereira worked on his game overseas and in the G League before finally earning a call-up to the NBA in 2023-24. For the Grizzlies that year, he averaged 6.9 points, 5.3 rebounds, 0.9 steals, and shot 38.5% from deep, displaying impressive versatility.

Mintz is an explosive downhill guard who can fill up the scoring column in a jiffy. He averaged 18.4 points and 5.0 assists in the G League as a rookie after surprisingly not landing on an NBA team out of college.

Peter was a surprise pick in the 2025 draft as a bench player from a small school who was barely on mainstream draft radars. However, he profiles to be a quality NBA role player with his shooting, athleticism, and overall versatility.

Sallis, who was a near-consensus second-round pick, surprisingly fell out of the 2025 draft entirely. He averaged 6.1 points and 3.3 rebounds for the 76ers in Summer League.

While a lot of blame can be put on Washington for fumbling his development, Davis is unfortunately one of the biggest busts of the modern era. However, it’s tough to say he doesn’t still have some untapped potential in him. The Wisconsin product averaged 13.4 points and 2.1 assists for the Westchester Knicks last season.

While he’s been out of the league for a full year, Yurtseven should be in the mix for an NBA comeback sooner or later. He averaged 9.8 points and 5.1 rebounds on 62.6% shooting in the EuroLeague last season. Yurtseven was a 2022 Bench Mob Blog All-Star, part of the inaugural team.

Akins had a solid career at Michigan State, earning both an All-Big Ten and Big Ten All-Defense nod. He’s a competitive defender and slasher who just needs to find more consistent results with his pretty jumper.

One of the top undrafted prospects from the 2024 class, Minix is a versatile, dependable, and confident role player. He averaged 19.3 points, 6.5 rebounds, and 2.1 assists on 53/42/85 splits in the G League last season.

Thompson is one of the best wings the G League has to offer. He averaged 17.8 points in 2024-25 and made an All-G League team in 2023-24 after posting 22.9 points a night. Now, with the Pacers, he's finally getting a chance to show what he can do at the highest level.

When he was with the Warriors, Quinones drew comparisons to then-teammate Jordan Poole because of his microwave scoring ability. The New York native can get hot in a jiffy, especially from beyond the arc. He averaged career-highs in points (6.6) and assists (1.8) while splitting time between the 76ers and the Pelicans last season.

Despite being drafted in 2023, Jones has bounced around three teams already in his young career. He averaged 8.7 points, 4.3 rebounds, 2.5 assists, and 1.3 steals in his stint with Washington last season, but was traded to and waived by the Thunder this offseason.

Bridges is a rangy 3&D forward, somewhat similar to Mikal Bridges, although the two aren’t related, believe it or not. The Baylor product spent his rookie year on a two-way with the Suns in 2024-25, but only played 30 total minutes.

One of the more unheralded undrafted free agents from the 2025 class, Lakhin was on OKC’s Summer League roster but couldn’t suit up due to a foot injury. He averaged 11.4 points, 6.4 rebounds, and 1.5 blocks as a senior at Clemson while shooting 37.5% from three, a statline that demonstrates his ability to impact the game in multiple aspects.

Toppin is most recognized for being a former dunk contest participant, but he has the skillset to be a very useful role player. He’s super athletic and versatile and could play a similar role to his brother Obi. Toppin scored 17 points in his single appearance for the Hawks last season. He was named the best athlete on a two-way contract by TWT and BMB.

The lefty Young can really score, so much so that he’s earned the nickname “The G League’s Jalen Brunson.” He averaged 21.7 points and 7.1 assists in the G as a rookie while also spending a short stint with the Chicago Bulls.

Umude’s NBA role is easy to project: straight 3&D. He didn’t get much opportunity for the Bucks last season but averaged 5.3 points and shot 45.3% from three for Detroit in 2023-24.

Austin is a stat-sheet stuffer. In his senior year at Pitt, he averaged 9.2 points, 4.7 rebounds, shot 38.1% from three and, most impressively, blocked 1.6 shots a game as a 6’5” wing. He’s been a big contributor for the OKC Blue as an undrafted rookie.

The 43rd pick of the 2024 draft, Djurisic has captured the intrigue of scouts with his versatile perimeter game. He averaged 10.2 points and 3.4 assists as a rookie in the G League after the Hawks opted to stash him down there instead of giving him an NBA deal from the jump.

Ingram is a smart, versatile forward who can contribute to winning across the board. He’s willing to work hard, do the dirty work, and make the extra pass, making him an ideal prospect for San Antonio’s culture.

Miller is cut from the same cloth as Josh Okogie. He’s a relentless hustler who makes an impact defensively and on the glass. The TCU product shot just 31.3% from three as a rookie in the G League, though, and some more consistency from deep from him would go a long way.

Many Kings fans clamored for Crawford to get more minutes as a rookie, but they never got what they wanted, and now he’s gone. The Louisiana Tech product is now in Houston where his strong 3&D chops could allow him to flourish in the team’s system.

Once a hyped-up prospect at Auburn, Cooper has slipped out of people’s minds. He was drafted 48th overall but played sparingly in just one NBA season before falling out of the league. The little guard spent 2024-25 with three different international clubs, averaging 12.2 points and 3.6 assists.

The legendary Eric Collins once exclaimed, “I love Leaky!”, and who can blame him? Black, who was the ultimate winning role player in college, provides the skillset that NBA teams covet from supporting forwards.

The 2024-25 UC-San Diego Tritons were a popular upset pick in the NCAA tournament, and Gray was one of the engines that made them go. He led the Big West in steals per game as a senior with 3.1 while shooting 41.8% from deep.

After missing an entire season with injury, Livers is back. He was a solid wing contributor early in his career for Detroit, averaging 6.2 points and shooting 35.8% from deep in three years with the team.

As the Pistons rebuild their Bad Boy identity, Smith can help shift the culture as a brawny big man who gets after it on the glass and defensively. He scored 14 points and grabbed eight rebounds in his lone appearance for Detroit as a rookie.

Poplar is a wiry energetic wing who can scorch nets from outside. He averaged 15.3 points and 7.0 rebounds while shooting 38.7% from three as a senior at Villanova.

Wong is a certified bucket and a pull-up threat from everywhere on the floor. He totaled 6.0 points a night and shot 39.4% from deep for the Hornets in 2024-25 before he was surprisingly waived.

Pate was once considered a lottery pick, but choosing the G League route over college ultimately hurt his stock more than it helped it. Now, the young wing is fighting to prove he still has tantalizing potential worth betting on.

Watson is a jack-of-all-trades forward who could contribute to an NBA rotation in a variety of ways. He averaged 12.1 points in the G League last season as a rookie and appeared in nine games for the Knicks.

Angel Reese’s brother is an effective interior finisher and rebounder with no outside shot, making him more of an undersized five man. Reese averaged 13.3 points and 9.0 rebounds as a senior at Maryland.

Coming out of Duke, Keels was a solid guard prospect, but he hasn’t made any mark at the NBA level yet. Playing for Tom Thibodeau as a rookie certainly didn’t help him find his footing.

Bernard made his NBA debut in 2023-24 for the Wizards, where he averaged 3.9 points and shot 37.9% from three in 19 games. He has the dribble-pass-shoot skillset on the wing that teams covet and deserves another shot soon.

Newton’s rookie year in the NBA was a modest one— he averaged 0.4 points on 12.5% shooting in 2024-25 with the Pacers and Wolves. The 2024 NCAA Tournament Most Outstanding Player has been much more impactful in the G League so far.

Montero has some serious upside as an offensive engine. He was an enticing draft-and-stash candidate in 2022 but went unselected. The Dominican Republic native continues to produce overseas and may force his way to an NBA breakthrough in due time.

A perimeter-oriented big man, Pember can stretch the floor and contribute in a number of ways. He averaged 20.6 points and 3.5 assists while shooting 36.6% from three as a senior at UNC Asheville.

One of the most dynamic athletes in the G League, Ukomadu wows with his high-flying dunks and spirited shot-blocking. He can shoot, too, and as a rookie with the Motor City Cruise, he posted 8.2 points and 0.9 blocks per game while shooting 45.9% from deep.

Ryan has a translatable movement shooter skillset that could help him find comfort on an NBA floor. His upside is limited, but he has one of the higher floors of any G League prospect right now.

Johnson’s career hasn’t gone quite as planned so far, as after getting drafted 50th overall in 2023 he played just nine games for the Thunder and hasn’t been in the NBA since. Now, his G League production is becoming too good to ignore.

Garcia worked hard on his game through five college seasons to become a legitimate professional prospect. As a senior at Minnesota, the skilled forward averaged an efficient 19.2 points, but he didn’t hear his name called on 2025 draft night.

We’ve seen many tall point guards with shaky jumpshots come and go in this league. Armstrong fits that mold. So, the question for the Australian is: what can he do to separate himself from the crowd?

As a versatile combo guard with impressive positional size and length, Bal can be deployed in a lot of ways on a basketball court. He averaged 12.9 points and 3.0 assists while shooting 37.5% from deep on volume in his senior year at Santa Clara, the same school that produced Jalen Williams.

Yes, Bouknight is a good ol’ fashioned draft bust, but he’s still a gifted hooper. The former 11th-overall pick is a talented scorer who fell victim to Charlotte’s questionable player development program. He averaged a highly efficient 12.6 points a game for Portland in Vegas last summer.

Burton has been a surprise stud in the G League this season, breaking out as a top option for the Memphis Hustle. He’s a strong face-up forward who rebounds the ball very well.

Reese went undrafted in 2021 and finally made his NBA debut in 2024-25, averaging 5.3 points and shooting 36.6% from three in 14 games with the 76ers. The Alabama product offers solid versatility on both ends.

Stevenson is collected and poised in the backcourt. He averaged 16.2 points and shot 38.7% from beyond the arc in 2024-25 G League play.

Samuel’s a big-body big man who defends the rim and rebounds. He spent some time playing professionally in Canada in 2024-25, averaging 21.4 points and 11.1 rebounds.

A tough, versatile forward, Toohey has the baseline traits to fit in on an NBA floor. He’s supposed to be a shooter too, but he shot only 34.0% from deep on low volume in his pre-draft NBL campaign. A knee injury will keep him sidelined for the remainder of his rookie year.

Washington is a former first round pick who has failed to find his footing in the NBA so far, a rare Kentucky guard who didn’t pan out. He’s been a star in the G League though, with some highly impressive statistical seasons under his belt.

Defensive specialists are on thin ice in the offensively-titled NBA. Mañon is a shrewd stopper on the perimeter, but his offensive game is limited. He averaged just 6.6 points and shot 23.5% from deep as a senior at Vanderbilt.

Davis has made his name as a microwave scorer who uses his strength and handle to create for himself at every level. He was one of the leaders of the FAU team that made the Final Four in 2023.

Boogie Ellis gets buckets. After going undrafted in 2024, he almost earned a two-way contract with the Sacramento Kings, performing well for the team in both preseason and Summer League. Currently, he’s overseas playing a more featured role than he would in the NBA, but a comeback could be in order.

When he was in college, people loved to hate Dickinson, but his impact on the game could never be denied. The NBA is a different beast than the NCAA, however, and the big fella will need to get comfortable being a role player instead of “the man.”

Huntley is an intriguing mobile big man who can dunk and shoot effectively. He averaged 15.7 points as a senior at Appalachian State.

Beekman is a dogged POA defender who can pressure the rim. His shot isn’t trusty, but his decision-making is. The Milwaukee native averaged 2.6 points and 1.8 assists as a rookie with Golden State and Brooklyn.