Alabama players compete in NBA Summer League following strong college careers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 6, 2026, 2:30 AM
Last updated Jul 6, 2026
Multiple former Alabama basketball players are participating in the NBA Summer League, which began recently. Eight players, including first-round draft pick Labaron Philon, are showcasing their skills with various teams. Alabama's recent success in the league reflects the program's development under coach Nate Oats, who has transformed the Crimson Tide into a top destination for aspiring NBA talent. Other notable participants include Latrell Wrightsell Jr., Houston Mallette, and Kira Lewis Jr., as they aim to secure positions in the NBA.
- •Eight former Alabama players participate in the NBA Summer League
- •Labaron Philon was selected No. 22 overall in the NBA Draft
- •Latrell Wrightsell Jr. and Houston Mallette join Summer League as undrafted players
- •Kira Lewis Jr. returns, looking to showcase his skills after injuries
- •Alabama continues its trend of developing talent for the NBA
- 2:30 AMYahoo Sports — Alabama Basketball Is Everywhere in NBA Summer League, and Nate Oats Deserves More Credit Than Ever
"From first-round stars to gritty undrafted free agents, a wave of Crimson Tide talent is flooding pro rosters, proving Nate Oats has transformed Tuscaloosa into a premier NBA factory.
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