Summer League Spotlight: Former Hoosiers Shine
The 2026 NBA Summer League kicked off on July 9, marking the start of a busy schedule that will run through the month as prospects vie for roster spots and contracts.
Among the notable participants are five former Indiana Hoosiers, each joining different NBA clubs on Exhibit‑10 or summer‑league agreements.
Lamar Wilkerson, who transferred to Indiana from Sam Houston State before his lone college season, is slated to play for the Oklahoma City Thunder on an Exhibit‑10 deal, a contract that could convert to a standard deal pending performance.
Tucker DeVries, another Hoosiers alumnus, earned a spot with the Boston Celtics on a similar Exhibit‑10 arrangement, following in the footsteps of his father, who now serves as an assistant coach at Indiana.
Sam Alexis, a national champion with the Florida Gators, returns to the Thunder for summer‑league action after completing his collegiate career in Gainesville.
Reed Bailey, who moved to Indiana from Davidson and earned recognition in the Atlantic‑10 Conference, will showcase his skills for the Phoenix Suns during the exhibition games.
Completing the group, Luke Goode, a versatile wing, has been named to the Los Angeles Lakers’ summer‑league roster, adding depth to a team known for its developmental focus.
The presence of these former Hoosiers underscores the continued pipeline of talent emerging from Indiana University, a program that has produced several NBA contributors in recent years.
Fans can expect to see a mix of fresh faces and seasoned prospects as the league uses the summer circuit to evaluate players ahead of the regular season.
With the NBA’s official website and team pages providing live updates, the summer league serves as a crucial incubator for future roster decisions.