The 2026 NBA Summer League will showcase a distinctive group of former Louisville Cardinals, with five alumni securing spots on rosters that will compete across the western United States in July. Their participation marks a rare concentration of recent Louisville talent on NBA summer stages.
A Historic Draft Duo
Mikel Brown Jr. and Ryan Conwell arrive as the Cardinals' first pair of draft selections since 2015, underscoring the program's renewed pipeline to the NBA. Both guards bring contrasting styles: Brown's defensive tenacity and Conwell's scoring versatility, each poised to make early impressions.
Where the Games Will Unfold
The Summer League schedule spans three distinct venues. From July 3 to 6, the California Classic will be staged at the Golden State Warriors' Chase Center in San Francisco and the Sacramento Kings' Golden 1 Center in Sacramento. A week later, Salt Lake City will host games at the Jon M. Huntsman Center on the University of Utah campus from July 4 to 7. The tournament culminates in Las Vegas, where two arenas on the UNLV campus will stage contests from July 9 to 16, followed by playoff games on July 17 to 19.
Broadcast and Streaming Details
Fans can follow the action on Prime Video and the ESPN network family, with select California Classic and Salt Lake City games also simulcast on NBA TV. Live streams will be available through services such as Fubo, granting access to ESPN, ESPN2 and ESPNU broadcasts.
Beyond the schedule, the storylines surrounding these former Cardinals add layers of intrigue. Chucky Hepburn, returning after a torn meniscus limited his rookie season with the Toronto Raptors, is preparing for a sophomore campaign that could redefine his role. J'Vonne Hadley, who signed an Exhibit‑10 contract with the Miami Heat, and Isaac McKneely, who inked a similar deal with the Atlanta Hawks on June 25, each hope to translate summer league performances into regular‑season opportunities.