Friday, July 12 marks the beginning of the 2024 NBA 2K25 Summer League in Las Vegas, Nev., where basketball prospects from around the world look to earn a spot on an NBA roster for the 2024-25 season. Former Jayhawks, Wildcats and Shockers are amongst those looking to earn a reservation into one of 30 NBA teams.
Below are the former players in Kansas DI schools that aim to make or return to the NBA. Players are listed from when they finished playing at their respective school from most recent to least recent. Their years at their listed schools are also listed.
Kansas
Johnny Furphy (2023-24) – Indiana Pacers
Kevin McCullar Jr. (2022-24) – New York Knicks
Parker Braun (2023-24) – Denver Nuggets
Jalen Wilson (2019-23) – Brooklyn Nets
Gradey Dick (2022-23) – Toronto Raptors
Ochai Agbaji (2018-22) – Toronto Raptors
Marcus Garrett (2017-21) – Charlotte Hornets
Kansas State
Tylor Perry (2023-24) – Toronto Raptors
Keyontae Johnson (2022-23) – Oklahoma City Thunder
Markquis Nowell (2021-23) – Washington Wizards
Xavier Sneed (2016-20) – Sacramento Kings
Wichita State
Craig Porter Jr. (2020-23) – Cleveland Cavaliers
The league runs July 12-22. All games are broadcast on either NBA TV or ESPN Networks. The full schedule can be found HERE.