2026 NBA Summer League: Local Talent Well Represented Across NBA Summer League Rosters

The 2026 NBA Summer League once again showcases the depth of basketball talent produced in the Washington D.C., Maryland, and Virginia (DMV) region. From recent NBA Draft selections to established NBA G League standouts, former local high school stars, and collegiate standouts, the DMV has a strong presence throughout NBA Summer League. Several players will be competing for NBA roster spots, two-way contracts, training camp invitations, and opportunities to further establish themselves as future contributors at the highest level. Whether they were born and raised in the area, starred for local high schools, or played their college basketball in the DMV, these players continue to represent one of the nation's premier basketball regions.

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2026 NBA Summer League Local Participants

Milwaukee Bucks

• Nate Ament – Tennessee | 2026 NBA Draft: Pick No. 13

• Rafael Castro – George Washington | Two-Way Contract

• Earl Timberlake Jr. – Oliveirense (Portugal LPB), Bryant, DeMatha High School

Orlando Magic

• Ace Baldwin Jr. – Osceola Magic (NBA G League), Penn State, St. Frances Academy

• Alex Morales – Two-Way Contract | Prince George's Community College (NJCAA)

Phoenix Suns

• Barry Evans – VCU | Baltimore Polytechnic Institute

Oklahoma City Thunder

• Bryce Harris - Howard

Miami Heat

• Trevor Keels – Two-Way Contract | Duke, Paul VI Catholic High School | 2022 NBA Draft: Pick No. 42

• Jahmir Young – Maryland, DeMatha Catholic High School

Utah Jazz

• Bez Mbeng – Yale | Good Counsel High School

Washington Wizards

• Julian Reese – Two-Way Contract | Maryland, St. Frances Academy

New York Knicks

• Erik Reynolds II – College Park Skyhawks (NBA G League), Saint Joseph's, The Bullis School

New Orleans Pelicans

• Solomon Washington – Maryland