Knicks acquire draft rights to Chinemelu Elonu from Lakers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 25, 2026, 9:16 AM
Last updated Jun 25, 2026
The New York Knicks acquired the draft rights to former Texas A&M center Chinemelu Elonu during the 2026 NBA Draft. Elonu, selected by the Los Angeles Lakers in 2009, has not played an NBA game and currently has a successful international career. He has won multiple championships and led leagues in statistical categories such as blocks and rebounds. The Knicks' acquisition highlights the ongoing relevance of draft rights in global basketball transactions.
- •Knicks acquire rights to Chinemelu Elonu from Lakers on draft night.
- •Elonu was a second-round pick in 2009 but never played in the NBA.
- •He has an established international career with multiple championships.
- •Elonu has led leagues in blocks and rebounding during his career.
- 9:16 AMYahoo Sports — Knicks acquire rights to an Aggie who never played an NBA game
"The Knicks acquired the draft rights to former Texas A&M center Chinemelu Elonu, who was drafted in 2009 and has built a long international career.
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