Several former Buckeyes join NBA teams ahead of summer league
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 4:35 PM
Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Former Ohio State basketball players are set to compete in the NBA Summer League starting July 3. Bruce Thornton was selected first in the second round of the 2026 NBA Draft. Roddy Gayle signed an Exhibit 10 contract with the Detroit Pistons, while Meechie Johnson Jr. signed with the Miami Heat. Felix Okpara was taken with the No. 46 pick by the Washington Wizards, and Christoph Tilly signed with the Oklahoma City Thunder after one season with Ohio State. All players are expected to vie for playing time this summer.
- •Bruce Thornton selected first in the second round of the 2026 NBA Draft.
- •Roddy Gayle signs with the Detroit Pistons on an Exhibit 10 contract.
- •Meechie Johnson Jr. joins the Miami Heat with an Exhibit 10 deal.
- •Felix Okpara drafted No. 46 by the Washington Wizards.
- •Christoph Tilly signs with the Oklahoma City Thunder after one season with Ohio State.
- 4:35 PMYahoo Sports — Which former Buckeyes have been acquired by NBA teams this summer?
"From Roddy Gayle Jr. to Christoph Tilly, here's where former Ohio State players are headed in the NBA this summer.
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