Summer League Highlights
Lajae Jones, the 54th overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, quickly proved that his collegiate pedigree could translate to the professional stage, joining the Golden State Warriors for the 2026 Summer League.
Across six games he averaged 8.7 points and 3.3 rebounds, shooting 48.8 percent from the field, and he was a steady presence in every contest.
Memorable Moments
He opened the tournament with 11 points and five rebounds against the Dallas Mavericks, followed by a 10‑point, six‑rebound effort in a win over the Oklahoma City Thunder. A loss to the Memphis Grizzlies saw him score 10 points on 4‑of‑6 shooting, while a start against the New York Knicks produced 13 points and four rebounds.
The Warriors closed the event with a 5‑1 record, culminating in a championship victory over Memphis where Jones contributed four points in the final.
College Legacy
Jones arrives after a standout senior season at Florida State, where he started all 31 games, averaged 12.7 points, and topped the program with 189 rebounds and 33 blocks. The draft marked the 52nd time a Seminole has been selected.