Latavious Mitchell joins Pistons for NBA Summer League action

Yahoo Sports1 min read • Latest: Jul 7, 2026, 6:46 PM

Last updated Jul 7, 2026

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Latavious Mitchell, a former Shawnee State standout, is set to play for the Detroit Pistons in the NBA Summer League. The league's games begin on July 9 at the Thomas and Mack Center in Las Vegas. After contributing significantly during his college career and overseas play in Ireland, Mitchell aims to showcase his skills to NBA scouts. He is expected to play multiple games, including matchups against the Philadelphia 76ers and Cleveland Cavaliers. The Pistons' roster will aim for a top-four finish to advance to the semifinals later this month.

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  • Mitchell played for Shawnee State from 2020-21 to 2022-23.
  • He averaged double-doubles in both his last collegiate season and while in Ireland.
  • The Summer League schedule includes games against the 76ers and Cavaliers.
  • Top four teams after four games will advance to the semifinals.
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Former Shawnee State letterwinner and 2021 NAIA National Championship member Latavious Mitchell, who played for the Bears from the 2020-21 to 2022-23 seasons, has a prime opportunity to show what he can do in front of NBA scouts and executives. That's because Mitchell, who obtained an opportunity to run with the Detroit Pistons' NBA Summer League roster, will suit up for the Pistons during its ...

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