The NBA Summer League, a proving ground for aspiring professionals, will run from July 9 to July 19 in Las Vegas, where teams will play at least five games before the playoffs.
A packed schedule across multiple franchises
Eight teams will compete in a condensed format, each guaranteeing a minimum of five contests before the postseason begins.
Among the participants, eleven former Michigan Wolverines have secured spots on various rosters, each navigating distinct contract arrangements that range from Exhibit‑10 deals to two‑way agreements.
Contract details and team assignments
Nimari Burnett signed an Exhibit‑10 contract with the Toronto Raptors, while Colin Castleton re‑signed a two‑way deal with the Orlando Magic. Hunter Dickinson, who appeared in five NBA games last season, agreed to a two‑way contract with the New Orleans Pelicans.
Tre Donaldson, previously at Auburn and Michigan, joined the Miami Heat on a two‑way contract, and Roddy Gayle Jr. earned a Summer League spot with the Detroit Pistons.
Vladislav Goldin, a nine‑game NBA veteran, remains on a two‑way contract with the Miami Heat, whereas Morez Johnson Jr., the ninth overall pick in the 2026 draft, will debut for the Dallas Mavericks.
Yaxel Lendeborg, selected eleventh overall, has already featured in two Summer League games, and Aday Mara, the twelfth pick, has seen action in Salt Lake City’s Summer League circuit.
Will Tschetter began his professional career in Australia before signing with the Portland Trail Blazers, and Danny Wolf, fresh off a productive rookie season with the Brooklyn Nets, will also take part in the Las Vegas event.
Storylines to watch
The presence of multiple former Wolverines across different teams creates a unique narrative of camaraderie and competition, with scouts eager to assess how each player adapts to new systems and roles.
Early performances suggest that the group could influence not only individual career trajectories but also the broader dynamics of roster building as the league looks ahead to the next draft cycle.