The Mountain West Conference (MW) is a collegiate athletic conference that was formed in 1999, and is now one of the major conferences in the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division I Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS).
With member schools spread throughout the western United States, the MW has become an important part of college sports, offering a wide range of athletic opportunities for its member schools.
Gloria Nevarez has been the MW Commissioner since 2018 and has worked to promote the competitive and educational values of the conference.
1. Orlando Robinson
Career
- Centennial
- (Las Vegas, Nevada)
- Cathedral
- (Los Angeles, California)
- Middlebrooks Academy
- (Los Angeles, California)
Robinson was a highly touted recruit coming out of high school, and he played basketball for two powerhouse programs in Cathedral (Los Angeles) and Centennial (Las Vegas).
He entered the NBA as a rookie with the Miami Heat in 2019. Robinson averaged 5.5 points, 2.9 rebounds, 1.1 assists, and 0.8 blocks per game over 58 games played that season.
In 2020–21, Robinson started all 82 games for Miami and averaged 12 points, 7 rebounds, 1 assist, 1 block per game while shooting 46% from the field and 36% from the three-point range across 397 total minutes.
Played The following season saw more of the same as Robinson continued to produce at an elite level – averaging 16 points (on 48% shooting), 8 boards (+1st on the team), and 2 dimes. (.482 FG%, .365 3P%), 0 steals (-0th on team) en route to his first All-Star Game nomination.
Finishing 4th among Eastern Conference frontcourt players in MVP voting behind Kyrie Irving (#1), James Harden (#2), and Giannis Antetokounmpo (#3).
Also Played For: nba undrafted, undrafted nba
2. Joel Anthony
Center
Career
- 2× NBA champion (2012, 2013)
- 2× Liga de las Américas champion (2018, 2019)
- 2× Liga Nacional de Básquet champion (2018, 2019)
- MWC Defensive Player of the Year (2007)
Joel Anthony is a Canadian general manager for the Montreal Alliance. He has been with the team since it's inception in 2006 and has helped guide it to two CEBL championships (2008, 2010).
Anthony played college basketball at Pensacola before turning professional. Since retiring from playing in 2009, he has focused on his role as GM for the Montreal Alliance.
Joel Anthony was a center and power forward who played in the NBA for seven seasons, most notably with the Miami Heat. He won two championships as part of the 2012-13 Miami Heat team that featured LeBron James and Dwayne Wade and also helped Boston to an appearance in the 2014 NBA Finals.
In 2018-19 he joined San Lorenzo of Argentina’s Liga Nacional de Básquet where he led his team to their first-ever title – becoming just one of three players.
(alongside Dirk Nowitzki and Pau Gasol) to win titles in both Europe’s top basketball competition (Liga ACB) and in America’s National Basketball Association/International Basketball Federation (NBA/IBF).
Also Played For: miami heat
3. Neemias Queta
Career
- High school: F.C. Barreirense (2009-2017)
- College: Utah State (2018–2021)
- NBA draft 2021 / Round: 2 / Pick: 39th overall
- Selected by the Sacramento Kings
- Playing career: 2017–2018; 2021–present
- 2017–2018: Benfica
- 2021–present: Sacramento Kings
- 2021–present: →Stockton Kings
- First-team All-Mountain West (2021), 2× Second-team All-Mountain West (2019, 2020), 2× Mountain West Defensive Player of the Year (2019, 2021), 3× Mountain West All-Defensive Team (2019–2021), Mountain West Freshman of the Year (2019)
- Medals, , Men's Basketball, Representing Portugal, FIBA U-20 European Championship Division B, : 2019 Portugal: Team
- Men's Basketball
- Representing Portugal
- FIBA U-20 European Championship Division B
- : 2019 Portugal: Team
Neemias Queta was born on July 13, 1999 in Barreiro, Portugal. He attended F.C. Barreirense high school and played for the team from 2009 to 2017 before being drafted by the Sacramento Kings in the 2021 NBA draft.
In his rookie season with Benfica of the Portuguese Liga ACB, he averaged 11 points and 7 rebounds per game while helping them win their league championship title.
With the Sacramento Kings, he has appeared in 74 games (all starts) over two seasons and averages 8 points and 5 rebounds per game while shooting 53% from the field overall and 41% from three-point range.
Neemias Queta is a center for the Stockton Kings of the NBA G-League. He was born in Portugal and played high school basketball there before enrolling at Syracuse University.
In his three years with Syracuse, he averaged 10 points and seven rebounds per game while shooting 54% from the field overall and 41% from downtown.
After leaving college, Queta spent time playing in Europe where he had success with clubs such as FC Barcelona Bàsquet (Spain) and Olympiacos Piraeus (Greece).
He joined the Kings this season after being waived by Olympiacos on October 16th. In 15 games for them so far this year, Queta has averaged 8 points, 7 rebounds, 2 assists, 1 block and 1 steal per contest while shooting 62% from the floor overall and 50% from 3-point range.
Also Played For: sacramento kings
4. Danny Granger
Small forward
Career
- High school: Grace King (Metairie, Louisiana)
- College: , Bradley (2001–2003), New Mexico (2003–2005)
- NBA draft 2005 / Round: 1 / Pick: 17th overall
- Selected by the Indiana Pacers
- Playing career: 2005–2015
- Position: Small forward
- Number: 33, 22
- 2005–2014: Indiana Pacers
- 2014: Los Angeles Clippers
- 2014–2015: Miami Heat
- NBA All-Star (2009), NBA Most Improved Player (2009), NBA All-Rookie Second Team (2006), 2× First-team All-MWC (2004, 2005), MVC All-Freshmen Team (2002)
- Points: 9,855 (16.8 ppg)
- Rebounds: 2,888 (4.9 rpg)
- Assists: 1,097 (1.9 apg)
- Medals, , Representing United States, FIBA World Championship, : 2010 Turkey: National team
- Representing United States
- FIBA World Championship
- : 2010 Turkey: National team
Danny Granger was born in 1983 and played college basketball at Bradley. He was drafted by the Pacers in the 1st round of the 2005 NBA draft and made his debut with them the following year.
Danny Granger became a key player for Indiana, averaging 17 points per game over six seasons with them before moving to Philadelphia in 2015.
Now retired from professional basketball, Danny Granger has since focused on business ventures including founding an apparel company and becoming a personal trainer.
Danny Granger is a former Indiana Pacers player who was drafted in the first round of the 2005 NBA draft. Danny Granger played for Los Angeles Clippers and Miami Heat before retiring in 2015.
Danny Granger won an NBA All-Star game and two MVC championships while at Indiana University. Danny Granger is currently a free agent and has not announced his retirement yet, but it's likely that he will end his career with another team in the next few years.
Overall, Danny Granger was an excellent basketball player who had a long career both in the regular season and playoffs, making him one of the most successful players of his generation so far.
Also Played For: indiana pacers
5. Brandon Clarke
Power forward
Career
- High school: Desert Vista, (Phoenix, Arizona)
- College: , San Jose State (2015–2017), Gonzaga (2018–2019)
- NBA draft 2019 / Round: 1 / Pick: 21st overall
- Selected by the Oklahoma City Thunder
- Playing career: 2019–present
- 2019–present: Memphis Grizzlies
- NBA All-Rookie First Team (2020), Third-team All-American – AP, SN (2019), First-team All-WCC (2019), WCC Defensive Player of the Year (2019), WCC Newcomer of the Year (2019), Mountain West Sixth Man of the Year (2016), First-team All-Mountain West (2017), Mountain West All-Defensive Team (2017)
1. Brandon Clarke was born on September 19, 1996, in Vancouver, British Columbia.
2. He is a Canadian / American power forward who played collegiately at San Jose State and Gonzaga.
3. In the 2017–2018 season, he averaged 11.8 points and 7 rebounds per game for the Spartans while leading them to an appearance in the NCAA Tournament as a 14 seed before losing to Purdue in the first round.
4. The following year he averaged 12 points and 8 rebounds per game for Gonzaga during their run to the Elite Eight where they fell to Kansas despite his 21-point performance in overtime of their semifinal matchup with UCLA which included 10 rebounds off the bench.
5. Clarke has been signed by Memphis Grizzlies as a free agent this offseason and will be hoping to make an impact from day one Brandon Clarke was drafted 21st overall by the Oklahoma City Thunder in the 2019 NBA Draft.
He played college basketball for the Memphis Grizzlies, where he won multiple awards and accolades including being a Third-team All-American and Defensive Player of the Year.
Brandon Clarke has had a successful career as an NBA player thus far, winning Rookie of the Year honors with the Memphis Grizzlies in 2020 and making it to third-team All-America status in 2019.
Also Played For: memphis grizzlies, gonzaga bulldogs men's basketball
6. David Roddy
Forward
Career
- High school: Breck School, (Golden Valley, Minnesota)
- College: Colorado State (2019–2022)
- NBA draft 2022 / Round: 1 / Pick: 23rd overall
- Selected by the Philadelphia 76ers
- Playing career: 2022–present
- 2022–present: Memphis Grizzlies
- Mountain West Player of the Year (2022), 2× First-team All-Mountain West (2021, 2022), AP Honorable mention All-American (2022)
David Roddy was born in 2001 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. He is a small forward for the Memphis Grizzlies and played college basketball at Colorado State before being drafted by the Grizzlies in 2019.
David has been widely praised for his athleticism and plays with a high level of intensity on both offense and defense. David is known for his strong shooting ability from outside as well as his defensive prowess off the ball which has seen him become an important part of Memphis' roster over recent years.
David Roddy is a future NBA draft prospect who was selected 23rd overall by the Philadelphia 76ers in the 2022 NBA draft.
David Roddy has spent his entire career to date with the Memphis Grizzlies, where he has shown great consistency and talent across all aspects of basketball. David Roddy was named Mountain West Player of the Year in 2022.
Has been recognized as one of the best players in that conference over the past few years. David Roddy is an exciting player to watch due to his powerful scoring abilities and above-average ball-handling skills.
He is also a good defender who can shut down multiple opponents on offense at any given time. There are high expectations for David Roddy going into next season, as he looks to cement himself as one of the top prospects in this year's NBA draft class.
Also Played For: nba summer league
7. Zylan Cheatham
New Orleans Pelicans
Career
- High school: , St. Mary's, (Phoenix, Arizona), Westwind Preparatory, (Phoenix, Arizona), South Mountain, (Phoenix, Arizona)
- College: , San Diego State (2015–2017), Arizona State (2018–2019)
- NBA draft: 2019 / Undrafted
- Playing career: 2019–present
- 2019–2020: New Orleans Pelicans
- 2019–2020: →Erie BayHawks
- 2021: Iowa Wolves
- 2021–2022: Birmingham Squadron
- 2022: Utah Jazz
- 2022: →Salt Lake City Stars
- 2022–present: Birmingham Squadron
- First-team All-Pac-12 (2019), Pac-12 All-Defensive Team (2019)
- Medals, , Men's basketball, Representing United States, FIBA AmeriCup, : 2022 Brazil:
- Men's basketball
- Representing United States
- FIBA AmeriCup
- : 2022 Brazil:
Zylan Cheatham played collegiate basketball for South Mountain in Phoenix, Arizona. He was drafted 45th overall by the Detroit Pistons in the 2017 NBA G League draft and has since been playing with their affiliate Birmingham Squadron.
Zylan is a small forward who shoots 38% from three-point range and 78% from the free throw line. In March 2018, he helped lead the Birmingham Squadron to victory in the G-League playoffs championship game against Santa Cruz Warriors 101–93.
Zylan Cheatham is a 6'6'' shooting guard from San Diego State. He was undrafted in the 2019 NBA draft, but signed with the New Orleans Pelicans shortly after. In his first season with the Pelicans, he averaged 9 points and 3 rebounds per game playing off the bench.
The next year, Zylan scored 13 points per game while starting at shooting guard for the Erie BayHawks of the NBA G League - helping them to an appearance in the playoffs where they were defeated by eventual champions Toronto Raptors 2-1 in best-of-three series.
Despite not making it past round one of any playoff tournament yet, Zylan's scoring average has increased each year since entering into professional basketball; this suggests that there is potential for him to be a highly successful player if given consistent opportunity and coaching support over time.
Zylan Cheatham is currently averaging 17 points per game for Birmingham Squadron in England's National Basketball League (NBL).
Also Played For: nba g league
8. Matt Bradley
Career
- High school: , Rancho Cucamonga, (Rancho Cucamonga, California), San Bernardino, (San Bernardino, California), Wasatch Academy, (Mount Pleasant, Utah)
- College: , California (2018–2021), San Diego State (2021–present)
- First-team All-Mountain West (2022), 2× Second-team All-Pac-12 (2020, 2021)
Matt Bradley is a shooting guard from Rancho Cucamonga, California who currently plays for the San Diego State Aztecs in the Mountain West Conference. He was named to the All-Mountain West Second Team as a junior and senior after averaging 17 points and three rebounds per game over his college career.
Bradley has played with USA Basketball on several occasions, most notably at the 2017 FIBA U19 World Cup where he helped lead Team USA to their fourth straight title. The 23-year-old is considered one of the top young prospects in this year's draft class, being ranked second overall by ESPN behind only Duke freshman Zion Williamson .
Bradley is a two-time Second Team All-Pac-12 player who was drafted by the San Diego State Aztecs in the 2021 MLB Draft.
Bradley attended San Bernardino Valley College before transferring to Wasatch Academy where he played baseball and earned First Team All-Mountain West honors as a junior. Bradley has committed to play for California in college and will likely start at third base for the Golden Bears this fall.
Also Played For: college basketball, school basketball
9. J. R. Giddens
Ferro Carril Oeste
Career
- High school: John Marshall, (Oklahoma City, Oklahoma)
- College: , Kansas (2003–2005), New Mexico (2006–2008)
- NBA draft 2008 / Round: 1 / Pick: 30th overall
- Selected by the Boston Celtics
- Playing career: 2008–2019
- Position: Shooting guard
- 2008–2010: Boston Celtics
- 2008–2009: →Utah Flash
- 2010: Maine Red Claws
- 2010: New York Knicks
- 2010: Asseco Prokom Gdynia
- 2011: Valencia Basket
- 2011: New Mexico Thunderbirds
- 2011–2012: PAOK Thessaloniki
- 2012–2014: Brescia Leonessa
- 2014: Vaqueros de Bayamón
- 2014–2015: Peñarol de Mar del Plata
- 2015–2016: Instituto
- 2016: Leones de Santo Domingo
- 2017: Trouville
- 2017: Gregorio Urbano Gilbert
- 2017: Mineros de Parral
- 2018: Ferro Carril Oeste
- 2018: Pueblo Nuevo
- 2018: Halcones de Ciudad Obregón
- 2018: Correcaminos UAT Victoria
- 2019: Español de Talca
- 2019: Domingo Paulino
- 2019: Cañeros del Este
- Serie A2 Basket All-Star (2014), MWC Player of the Year (2008), First-team All-MWC (2008), Third-team Parade All-American (2003)
J. R. Giddens was born in 1985 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma and attended John Marshall High School. After playing college basketball at Kansas and New Mexico, he was drafted by the Boston Celtics in 2008 and played for them until 2019.
His best seasons came during the 2012-13 season when he averaged 13 points per game and made three consecutive All-Star appearances before retiring at the end of that year due to injury . He is currently a commentator for NBA games alongside analyst Ernie Grunfeld on CBS Sports Network .
J.R. Giddens is a British sociologist who specializes in the theory of structuration, which examines how social structures shape individual behavior and vice versa.
He has written extensively on topics such as power, knowledge, and class structure, and his work has had a significant impact on modern sociology.
Giddens was born in 1948 in north London, England and currently lives in Spain with his wife Patricia Ackerley-Giddens.
He received his Phd from University College London in 1976 for studies that focused on the development of functionalist thought within French sociology during the 1950s and 1960s; he also held postdoctoral fellowships at Harvard University (1981) and Yale University (1985).
In 1994 he was elected to membership of the Royal Society by fellow members for "his distinguished contributions to contemporary sociology. J R Giddens passed away on November 1st 2018 after a long battle against pancreatic cancer.
Also Played For: 2008 nba draft
10. Jordan Schakel
Career
- High school: Bishop Montgomery, (Torrance, California)
- College: San Diego State (2017–2021)
- NBA draft: 2021 / Undrafted
- Playing career: 2021–present
- 2021–2022: Capital City Go-Go
- 2021–2022: Washington Wizards
- 2022: →Capital City Go-Go
- 2022–present: Capital City Go-Go
- Second-team All-Mountain West (2021)
Jordan Schakel is a shooting guard and small forward who played collegiately at San Diego State. He was drafted by the Philadelphia 76ers in the second round of the 2018 NBA G League draft.
In his rookie season with the Delaware 87ers, he averaged 14 points per game on 43% shooting from 3-point range and 6 rebounds per game.
Schakel signed with the Utah Jazz as an unrestricted free agent in July 2019 and made his debut for them later that month against Orlando Magic, recording 5 points on 2-of-5 shooting before being ejected late in regulation due to a Flagrant 1 foul committed while attempting to fight back down an opposing player after getting fouled himself.
This would be his only appearance for Utah during the regular season, although he did make one more appearance (in a blowout loss) off of the bench in their first playoff series against.
Golden State Warriors where he finished with 4 points on 2-of-6 shooting without any assists or rebounds but contributing 0 blocks or steals over 12 minutes playing time.
Also Played For: washington wizards
11. Jimmer Fredette
Point guard
Career
- High school: Glens Falls (Glens Falls, New York)
- College: BYU (2007–2011)
- NBA draft 2011 / Round: 1 / Pick: 10th overall
- Selected by the Milwaukee Bucks
- Playing career: 2011–present
- 2011–2014: Sacramento Kings
- 2014: Chicago Bulls
- 2014–2015: New Orleans Pelicans
- 2015–2016: Westchester Knicks
- 2016: New York Knicks
- 2016–2019: Shanghai Sharks
- 2019: Phoenix Suns
- 2019–2020: Panathinaikos
- 2020–2021: Shanghai Sharks
- Greek League champion (2020), EuroLeague 50–40–90 club (2020), CBA International MVP (2017), 3× CBA All-Star (2017–2019), All-NBA D-League Second Team (2016), NBA D-League All-Star (2016), NBA D-League All-Star Game MVP (2016), Consensus National college player of the year (2011), Consensus first-team All-American (2011), Third-team All-American – NABC, TSN (2010), MWC Player of the Year (2011), Senior CLASS Award (2011), NCAA season scoring leader (2011)
Jimmer Fredette was born on February 25, 1989 in Glens Falls, New York. He attended Brigham Young University where he played point guard for the Cougars from 2007 to 2011.
Fredette was drafted by the Milwaukee Bucks with the 10th overall pick in the 2011 NBA Draft and spent four seasons with Sacramento before joining Chicago as a free agent in 2014.
In 158 career games (119 starts), Fredette has averaged 12 points, 3 assists, and 2 rebounds per game while shooting 41% from behind the arc.
Jimmer is married to his wife Whitney and they have three children together- daughters Lila Rose (born 2016) and Addie Belle (born 2018) and son Jagger JackFredette Jr.(born 2020).
Jimmer Fredette was a highly decorated college player and one of the most hyped prospects in recent memory. He impressed early in his career with stints with the Sacramento Kings, New Orleans Pelicans, Westchester Knicks and New York Knicks.
Fredette played for three different teams during his time in the NBA but never really found success on a consistent basis. After spending two seasons overseas, he signed with the Phoenix Suns where is currently playing under new head coach Igor Kokoskov.
Also Played For: byu cougars men's basketball, china basketball league
12. Rafael Araújo
Career
- High school: Padre Anacleto (São Paulo, Brazil)
- College: , Arizona Western (2000–2002), BYU (2002–2004)
- NBA draft 2004 / Round: 1 / Pick: 8th overall
- Selected by the Toronto Raptors
- Playing career: 2004–2014
- Position: Center
- 2004–2006: Toronto Raptors
- 2006–2007: Utah Jazz
- 2007–2008: Spartak Saint Petersburg
- 2009: Flamengo
- 2009–2010: Paulistano
- 2010–2011: Flamengo
- 2011–2012: Franca
- 2012–2014: Mogi das Cruzes
- 2014: Pinheiros
- Brazilian League champion (2009), All-Brazilian League Team (2009)
- Points: 389 (2.8 ppg)
- Rebounds: 395 (2.8 rpg)
- Assists: 41 (0.3 apg)
Rafael Araújo was born on August 12th, 1980 in Curitiba, Brazil. He played college basketball at Arizona Western and Brigham Young University before being drafted by the Toronto Raptors in the 2004 NBA Draft.
Rafael spent four seasons with the Raptors before signing with the Milwaukee Bucks in 2013. In 2014 he signed a two-year deal with French club Monaco but was released after one season there.
Rafael currently plays for Brazilian team Flamengo Santander where he is their captain and leading scorer for both of their FIBA Champions League campaigns to date (2016–17 & 2017–18).
Rafael Araújo was drafted with the 27th pick in the 2009 NBA draft by the Utah Jazz. In his rookie season, he played for the Spartak Saint Petersburg of Russia and averaged 9.6 points and 4 rebounds per game.
He then moved to Brazil, joining Flamengo where he had a successful 2nd season averaging 16 points and 6 rebounds per game before being traded to Paulistano in 2010-11.
Rafael's 2011-12 season was cut short due to an ACL tear but after returning from injury he helped Franca reach the playoffs where they were eliminated by Pinheiros in 5 games.
13. Malachi Flynn
Point guard
Career
- High school: Bellarmine Prep, (Tacoma, Washington)
- College: , Washington State (2016–2018), San Diego State (2019–2020)
- NBA draft 2020 / Round: 1 / Pick: 29th overall
- Selected by the Toronto Raptors
- Playing career: 2020–present
- 2020–present: Toronto Raptors
- 2021–2022: →Raptors 905
- All-NBA G League Second Team (2021), NBA G League All-Rookie Team (2021), Consensus second-team All-American (2020), Mountain West Player of the Year (2020), Mountain West Defensive Player of the Year (2020), First-team All-Mountain West (2020)
Malachi Flynn is a versatile point guard who was drafted by the Toronto Raptors in the 2018 NBA Draft. Flynn played college basketball for Washington State before being drafted by the Raptors.
Flynn is known for his ability to create shots for himself and others and is a good passer. Flynn is currently playing for the San Diego State Aztecs. Flynn was one of the top players in the G League in 2020, averaging 19 points, 8 rebounds, and 5 assists per game.
The 6'5″ forward was drafted by the Toronto Raptors in the first round of the 2020 NBA draft. Flynn is a versatile player who can play both inside and out on the floor. Flynn is coming off a stellar junior season in which he averaged 23 points, 10 rebounds, and 4 assists per game.
The 2020 NBA draft was a good one for Flynn, as he was selected by one of the top teams in the league. Flynn is expected to be a starting player for the Raptors in the upcoming season. Flynn is a hard worker who is looking to improve his game every year.
The Toronto Raptors are looking for players who will work hard and help them win games. Flynn is one of those players, and he is poised to have a big career in the NBA.
Also Played For: toronto raptors
14. Larry Nance, Jr.
Center
Career
- High school: Revere (Richfield, Ohio)
- College: Wyoming (2011–2015)
- NBA draft 2015 / Round: 1 / Pick: 27th overall
- Selected by the Los Angeles Lakers
- Playing career: 2015–present
- 2015–2018: Los Angeles Lakers
- 2018–2021: Cleveland Cavaliers
- 2021–2022: Portland Trail Blazers
- 2022–present: New Orleans Pelicans
- 2× First-team All-MWC (2014, 2015), MWC Defensive Player of the Year (2015), 2× MWC All-Defensive Team (2014, 2015)
Larry Nance, Jr. was born on January 1st, 1993 in Cleveland, Ohio. He attended Revere High School in Richfield, Ohio and played college basketball for Wyoming from 2011-2015.
Nance was drafted by the New Orleans Pelicans with the 27th overall pick in the 2015 NBA draft. He has since played for the Pelicans, Cleveland Cavaliers, and Portland Trail Blazers.
Nance has appeared in over 400 regular season games, averaging 10.4 points, 7.4 rebounds, 1.4 blocks, and 1.1 assists per game. He has also played in over 50 playoff games, averaging 10.8 points, 8.0 rebounds, 1.6 blocks, and 1.2 assists per game.
Nance is a versatile player who can play both power forward and center. He is known for his defensive skills and his ability to score in the low post.
In 2019, Nance was named to the NBA All-Defensive Second Team. He is one of just two players in Pelicans history to be named to the All-Defensive Team multiple times.
Also Played For: new orleans pelicans, wyoming cowboys basketball
15. James Webb III
Valencia Basket
Career
- High school: , Curtis Baptist, (Augusta, Georgia), The Oaks Virtual School, (Hilton Head, South Carolina)
- College: , North Idaho (2012–2013), Boise State (2014–2016)
- NBA draft: 2016 / Undrafted
- Playing career: 2016–present
- 2016–2018: Delaware 87ers
- 2017–2018: Brooklyn Nets
- 2018: → Long Island Nets
- 2018–2019: Telekom Baskets Bonn
- 2019–2020: Iowa Wolves
- 2020–2021: Larisa
- 2021–2022: Murcia
- 2022–present: Valencia
- First-team All-MWC (2016), Second-team All-MWC (2015), MWC Newcomer of the Year (2015), MWC All-Defensive Team (2015)
James Webb III is a powerful small forward who has played in the Liga ACB, EuroLeague, and the NBA. He attended Curtis Baptist High School in Augusta, Georgia, and played for the Oaks Virtual School.
Webb was drafted third overall by the San Antonio Spurs in the 2013 NBA Draft. He was traded to the Washington Wizards in 2018. He signed with the Valencia Basket in 2020. James Webb III is a 6'5" shooting guard from North Idaho who played college ball at Boise State.
He was drafted by the Brooklyn Nets in the 2016 NBA Draft but never played a game in the league. Webb signed with the Delaware 87ers in the summer of 2016 and played in 38 games for them that season.
He then signed with the Brooklyn Nets in the offseason but was waived before the start of the 2017-2018 season. Webb signed with the Telekom Baskets Bonn of the German Basketball League in December 2017 and played in 33 games for them that season.
Webb then signed with the Iowa Wolves of the NBA G-League in February 2018 and played in 33 games for them that season. Webb was waived by the Iowa Wolves in February 2019 and signed with the Valencia of the Spanish League a few days later.
Webb has played in all 82 games for Valencia this season and is averaging 15.5 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 2.8 assists per game. Webb has been named to the All-Spanish League Second Team. Webb is expected to play in the European Championships this summer.
Also Played For: liga acb
16. Jamaal Franklin
Sichuan Blue Whales
Career
- High school: , Serrano (Phelan, California), Westwind Prep (Phoenix, Arizona)
- College: San Diego State (2010–2013)
- NBA draft 2013 / Round: 2 / Pick: 41st overall
- Selected by the Memphis Grizzlies
- Playing career: 2013–present
- 2013–2014: Memphis Grizzlies
- 2014: →Fort Wayne Mad Ants
- 2014–2015: Zhejiang Lions
- 2015: Los Angeles D-Fenders
- 2015: Denver Nuggets
- 2015: Los Angeles D-Fenders
- 2015–2016: Shanxi Brave Dragons
- 2016: Brujos de Guayama
- 2016–2017: Shanxi Brave Dragons
- 2017–2019: Sichuan Blue Whales
- 2019–2021: Shanxi Loongs
- 2021–2022: Shanghai Sharks
- 2023–present: Converge FiberXers
- 2× AP honorable mention All-American (2012, 2013), MWC Player of the Year (2012), 2× First-team All-MWC (2012, 2013)
Jamaal Franklin is a shooting guard for the Converge FiberXers in the Philippine Basketball Association. Franklin was a standout player at San Diego State, where he averaged 17.8 points and 5.5 rebounds per game during his three years with the Aztecs.
Franklin was drafted in the second round of the 2013 NBA draft by the Memphis Grizzlies, but he has not played in the NBA yet.
Franklin is a versatile player who can play both shooting guard and small forward positions. Franklin is a hard worker who is always looking for an opportunity to improve his game.
Franklin is a native of Moreno Valley, California, and he has represented the United States at international competition, including the 2014 FIBA World Cup. Franklin is married and has two children. Franklin is entering his fourth season with the Converge FiberXers in the PBA.
Also Played For: chinese basketball association
17. Tyler Johnson
Miami Heat
Career
- High school: Saint Francis, (Mountain View, California)
- College: Fresno State (2010–2014)
- NBA draft: 2014 / Undrafted
- Playing career: 2014–present
- 2014–2015: Sioux Falls Skyforce
- 2015–2019: Miami Heat
- 2019–2020: Phoenix Suns
- 2020–2021: Brooklyn Nets
- 2021–2022: Philadelphia 76ers
- 2022: San Antonio Spurs
- 2022–present: Brisbane Bullets
- Second-team All-MWC (2014)
Tyler Johnson was born in 1992 in Grand Forks, North Dakota. He played college basketball at Fresno State. Johnson was drafted by the Miami Heat in the 2014 NBA Draft.
He has played for the Heat, New Orleans Pelicans, and Atlanta Hawks in his career. Johnson has averaged 10.5 points and 3.5 assists per game in his career. Johnson is a member of the United States national basketball team.
He has a wife and two children. In 2018, Johnson signed with the Brisbane Bullets of the NBL. Johnson is a two-time NBA All-Star. Tyler Johnson was drafted in the second round by the Miami Heat in 2014, but he never played for them.
Instead he played for the Sioux Falls Skyforce of the NBA Development League. In 2019, he signed with the Phoenix Suns. In 2020, he was traded to the Brooklyn Nets. He played for the Brisbane Bullets until 2021. In 2022, he signed with the San Antonio Spurs.
He has played in over 150 games in his career. He is a high-quality shooter and scorer. He has been named to the All-NBA Development League Second Team twice. Tyler Johnson is a quality player who has had a successful career in the NBA Development League and in Europe.
18. Taylen Green
Boise State Broncos football
Career
- College: , Boise State (2021–present)
- High school: Lewisville (Lewisville, Texas)
- MWC Freshman of the Year (2022), 2022 Frisco Bowl Offensive MVP
Taylen Green is a highly touted freshman quarterback for the Boise State Broncos. Green was born and raised in Boise, Idaho. He attended Bonner School and played football for the school's varsity team.
Green committed to Boise State in February of 2016. In high school, Green was a three-sport star, playing football, basketball, and track. Green is considered one of the top quarterback prospects in the nation.
Green is the first freshman quarterback to start at Boise State since 2001. Green led the Broncos to a 10-2 record this season and was named the Mountain West Conference's Offensive Player of the Year. Green is considered one of the top prospects for the 2019 NFL Draft.
Taylen Green is a talented wide receiver and punt returner for Boise State. Green was a freshman All-American and MWC Freshman of the Year in 2022. Green was a key part of Boise State's offense in the early years of his career, and he was an offensive MVP of the Frisco Bowl in 2022.
Green has continued to be a dominant player for Boise State, and he is a projected first-round pick in the upcoming NFL Draft. Green is a versatile player who can play wide receiver, punt returner, and even defensive back. Green is a hard worker who is always focused on preparing for each game.
Green is a team player who is always willing to lend a hand. Green is a fierce competitor who never gives up. Green is a talented and versatile player who will be a major contributor for Boise State for years to come.
19. Jason Smith
New Orleans Pelicans
Career
- High school: Platte Valley (Kersey, Colorado)
- College: Colorado State (2004–2007)
- NBA draft 2007 / Round: 1 / Pick: 20th overall
- Selected by the Miami Heat
- Playing career: 2007–2019
- Position: Center / Power forward
- Number: 14, 20
- 2007–2010: Philadelphia 76ers
- 2010–2014: New Orleans Hornets/Pelicans
- 2014–2015: New York Knicks
- 2015–2016: Orlando Magic
- 2016–2018: Washington Wizards
- 2018–2019: Milwaukee Bucks
- 2019: New Orleans Pelicans
- 2× First-team All-MWC (2006, 2007)
- Points: 3,777 (6.1 ppg)
- Rebounds: 2,075 (3.4 rpg)
- Blocks: 408 (0.7 bpg)
Jason Smith was a standout center and power forward at Platte Valley High School in Kersey, Colorado. After leaving Colorado State, Smith was drafted by the Miami Heat in the 2007 NBA draft and made his debut with the team in 2008.
Smith played for the Heat, Milwaukee Bucks, New York Knicks, and Charlotte Hornets over the next seven seasons and was a key part of their playoff runs in 2013, 2014, and 2016. In 2019, Smith signed with the Washington Wizards and has been a mainstay in their rotation over the past two seasons.
Jason Smith was a standout center and power forward at Platte Valley High School in Kersey, Colorado. After leaving Colorado State, Smith was drafted by the Miami Heat in the 2007 NBA draft and made his debut with the team in 2008.
Smith played for the Heat, Milwaukee Bucks, New York Knicks, and Charlotte Hornets over the next seven seasons and was a key part of their playoff runs in 2013, 2014, and 2016.
In 2019, Smith signed with the Washington Wizards and has been a mainstay in their rotation over the past two seasons.
20. Marcus Banks
Panathinaikos B.C.
Career
- High school: Cimarron-Memorial, (Las Vegas, Nevada)
- College: , Dixie State (1999–2001), UNLV (2001–2003)
- NBA draft 2003 / Round: 1 / Pick: 13th overall
- Selected by the Memphis Grizzlies
- Playing career: 2003–2016
- Position: Point guard
- 2003–2006: Boston Celtics
- 2006: Minnesota Timberwolves
- 2006–2008: Phoenix Suns
- 2008–2009: Miami Heat
- 2009–2010: Toronto Raptors
- 2010–2011: New Orleans Hornets
- 2012: Idaho Stampede
- 2012–2013: Panathinaikos Athens
- 2014–2015: SLUC Nancy Basket
- 2016: Champville
- 2016: Al Gharafa
- Greek League champion (2013), Greek Cup winner (2013)
Marcus Banks was drafted 13th overall by the Memphis Grizzlies in the 2003 NBA draft. Banks played point guard for the Memphis Grizzlies for six seasons, before being traded to the Toronto Raptors in 2016.
Banks has averaged 10.9 points, 3.8 assists, and 2.0 rebounds per game in his career. In 2016, Banks was named an All-Star for the first time in his career. Banks is a two-time All-NBA Third Team selection.
In 2017, Banks was named the Raptors' Most Improved Player. In 2018, Banks was traded to the Brooklyn Nets. Banks is a native of Las Vegas, Nevada. Banks is married and has two children. Marcus Banks played for the Boston Celtics from 2003-2006 and the Minnesota Timberwolves from 2006-2008.
Marcus Banks then played for the Phoenix Suns from 2006-2008. Marcus Banks then played for the Miami Heat from 2009-2010. Marcus Banks then played for the Toronto Raptors from 2010-2011.
Marcus Banks then played for the New Orleans Hornets from 2012-2013. Marcus Banks then played for the SLUC Nancy Basket from 2014-2015.
Marcus Banks then played for the Champville from 2016-2017. Marcus Banks then played for the Al Gharafa from 2016-2017. Marcus Banks currently plays for the Greek League champion, the Greek Cup winner, and the EuroLeague champion, the Panathinaikos Athens.
Also Played For: panathinaikos b.c
21. Tony Snell
Atlanta Hawks
Career
- High school: , Martin Luther King, (Riverside, California), Westwind Academy, (Phoenix, Arizona)
- College: New Mexico (2010–2013)
- NBA draft 2013 / Round: 1 / Pick: 20th overall
- Selected by the Chicago Bulls
- Playing career: 2013–present
- 2013–2016: Chicago Bulls
- 2016–2019: Milwaukee Bucks
- 2019–2020: Detroit Pistons
- 2020–2021: Atlanta Hawks
- 2021–2022: Portland Trail Blazers
- 2022: New Orleans Pelicans
- 2023–present: Maine Celtics
- Third-team All-MWC (2013), MWC tournament MVP (2013)
Tony Snell is a G League shooting guard and small forward who was drafted by the Chicago Bulls in the second round of the 2014 NBA draft. Snell played college basketball at New Mexico, where he was a three-time All-WAC selection.
Snell is known for his scoring ability, averaging 18.9 points per game in his three years with the Lobos. After being drafted by the Bulls, Snell spent two years in the G League before signing with the Atlanta Hawks in 2018.
Snell is hoping to make the Hawks' NBA roster this season, and has impressed in preseason play.
Tony Snell was born in Los Angeles, California, in 1991. He attended Riverside and Martin Luther King high schools in California.
Snell played college basketball at New Mexico, where he was a three-time All-WAC selection. After being drafted by the Bulls, Snell spent two years in the G League before signing with the Atlanta Hawks in 2018.
22. Sam Merrill
Milwaukee Bucks
Career
- High school: Bountiful (Bountiful, Utah)
- College: Utah State (2016–2020)
- NBA draft 2020 / Round: 2 / Pick: 60th overall
- Selected by the New Orleans Pelicans
- Playing career: 2020–present
- 2020–2021: Milwaukee Bucks
- 2021: →Memphis Hustle
- 2021–2022: Memphis Grizzlies
- 2021: →Memphis Hustle
- 2022–present: Cleveland Charge
- NBA champion (2021), AP Honorable Mention All-American (2019), Mountain West Player of the Year (2019), 2× First-team All-Mountain West (2019, 2020), Third-team All-Mountain West (2018), 2× Mountain West tournament MVP (2019, 2020)
Merrill is a shooting guard who played college basketball at Utah State. He was drafted by the New Orleans Pelicans in the second round of the 2020 NBA Draft.
Merrill has had a promising playing career in the NBA G League, and he is currently with the Cleveland Charge. Merrill is a 26-year-old shooting guard from Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Sam Merrill is a versatile player who can play either forward or center. Merrill was a First-team All-Mountain West selection in both 2019 and 2020. Merrill has a strong outside shot and is also a good passer.
Merrill is a good rebounder and defender. Merrill is likely to join the Cleveland Charge next season.
23. Nathan Mensah
Career
- High school: , Prolific Prep, (Napa, California), Findlay Prep, (Henderson, Nevada)
- College: San Diego State (2018–present)
- Mountain West Defensive Player of the Year (2022), 2x Mountain West All-Defensive Team (2021, 2022)
Nathan Mensah was born on 9 April 1998 in Accra, Ghana. He played for the Ghanaian youth national teams before joining San Diego State in 2018. Mensah is a center and power forward who was listed at 6'10" and 230 pounds.
Mensah has appeared in 25 games for San Diego State as of the end of the 2018-19 season. Mensah has a total of seven points and six rebounds.
Mensah is a potential draft selection in the 2019 NBA draft. Nathan Mensah is a high school basketball player from Prolific Prep in Napa, California, who was selected to play for the San Diego State Aztecs in 2018.
Mensah has consistently been one of the best defenders in the Mountain West, and in his two seasons with the Aztecs, he has led the team in steals and blocks. Mensah was born in Ghana but moved to the United States as a child.
He played high school basketball at Prolific Prep, where he was a two-time All-Mountain West selection and a 2018 Mountain West Defensive Player of the Year.
Mensah has committed to play for the San Diego State Aztecs for the next two seasons. He is a hard-working defender who will add depth to the Aztecs' backcourt.
24. Gian Clavell
Bursaspor Basketbol
Career
- 2017: Brujos de Guayama
- 2017: Dallas Mavericks
- 2017: Texas Legends
- 2018: Sakarya BB
- 2018–2019: Estudiantes
- 2019–2020: Frutti Extra Bursaspor
- 2020–2021: Avtodor Saratov
- 2021: Promitheas Patras
- 2021–2022: Budivelnyk
- 2022: Cangrejeros de Santurce
- 2022–present: Prometey
Gian Clavell was born on November 26, 1993, in Mayagüez, Puerto Rico. He played high school basketball at Hialeah Gardens in Hialeah, Florida. He played college basketball for Northwest Kansas and Colorado State.
He was undrafted in the 2017 NBA draft but signed with the Minnesota Timberwolves. He has played for the Minnesota Timberwolves, Denver Nuggets, and Miami Heat in the NBA. He has also played in the EuroCup and the Baltic Basketball League.
He is currently a shooting guard and point guard for the Prometey in the Latvian-Estonian Basketball League. Gian Clavell has represented Puerto Rico at the international level. He has a height of 6 ft 4 in (1.93 m) and a weight of 185 lb (84 kg).
Gian Clavell is a 6-foot-10, 240-pound power forward who hails from Venezuela. He played college basketball at the University of Utah and was named first-team all-MWC in his senior season. He was drafted by the Dallas Mavericks in the second round of the 2017 NBA draft.
He has spent the last two seasons with the Texas Legends in the NBA Development League. He signed with the Greek club, Sakarya BB, for the 2018-19 season.
He has also played for Estudiantes in Argentina and Frutti Extra Bursaspor in Turkey. He is currently with Budivelnyk in the Ukrainian Basketball SuperLeague.
Clavell is a skilled scorer and rebounder who is known for his high energy play. He is a natural born leader who is looking to make an impact in the NBA.
25. Jamal Mashburn Jr.
Minnesota Golden Gophers men's basketball
Career
- High school: , Gulliver Prep, (Pinecrest, Florida), Brewster Academy, (Wolfeboro, New Hampshire)
- College: , Minnesota (2020–2021), New Mexico (2021–present)
- Third-team All-Mountain West (2022)
Jamal Mashburn Jr. is a talented young point guard and shooting guard for the New Mexico Lobos. He has been a key player for the Lobos this season, averaging 16.3 points, 5.8 assists, and 4.5 rebounds per game.
Jamal was born on September 29, 2001 in Miami, Florida. He is a American player, and played high school basketball at Bishop Gorman in Las Vegas, Nevada. He was selected with the 43rd overall pick in the 2017 NBA draft by the Memphis Grizzlies.
Jamal is a talented player who is looking to make an impact in the NBA. He has a lot of potential and is looking to continue his development in the next few years. Jamal is a hard worker who is always looking to improve his skills. He is a dedicated player who is looking to be a part of a winning team.
He is a talented player who is looking to make an impact in the NBA. He has a lot of potential and is looking to continue his development in the next few years.
Jamal is a hard worker who is always looking to improve his skills. He is a dedicated player who is looking to be a part of a winning team.
26. Jarod Lucas
Nevada Wolf Pack men's basketball
Career
- High school: Los Altos, (Hacienda Heights, California)
- College: Oregon State (2019–2022), Nevada (2022-present)
Jarod Lucas is a point guard and shooting guard for Nevada. Lucas started playing basketball at the age of six. He attended high school at Whittier Christian School where he was a two-time All-State and All-Conference selection.
Lucas played one season at Oregon State before transferring to Nevada. Lucas averaged 16.4 points, 5.4 rebounds and 4.9 assists as a junior at Oregon State.
He was named to the All-Mountain West Conference First Team and was a unanimous selection to the MWC All-Defensive Team.
Lucas was also named the MWC Newcomer of the Year and was a finalist for the Julius Erving Award. Lucas averaged 17.3 points, 5.8 rebounds and 4.8 assists as a sophomore at Nevada. He was named the MWC Player of the Year and was a finalist for the Bob Cousy Award.
Also Played For: nevada wolf pack basketball, university of nevada basketball
27. Patrick McCaw
Golden State Warriors
Career
- High school: , Christian Brothers College, (St. Louis, Missouri), Montrose Christian, (Rockville, Maryland)
- College: UNLV (2014–2016)
- NBA draft 2016 / Round: 2 / Pick: 38th overall
- Selected by the Milwaukee Bucks
- Playing career: 2016–present
- 2016–2018: Golden State Warriors
- 2016–2017: →Santa Cruz Warriors
- 2018–2019: Cleveland Cavaliers
- 2019–2021: Toronto Raptors
- 2022–present: Delaware Blue Coats
- 3× NBA champion (2017–2019), Second-team All-MWC (2016), MWC All-Defensive Team (2016)
- Medals, , Men's basketball, Representing United States, FIBA AmeriCup, : 2022 Brazil:
- Men's basketball
- Representing United States
- FIBA AmeriCup
- : 2022 Brazil:
Patrick McCaw was drafted by the Golden State Warriors in the 2016 NBA draft and was assigned to the Delaware Blue Coats of the NBA G League. McCaw has played for UNLV and Montrose Christian in college.
McCaw is a shooting guard and small forward who averaged 12.4 points, 4.4 rebounds, 2.5 assists and 1.1 steals in 34.1 minutes per game in the NBA G League. McCaw is a hard worker and has a high basketball IQ.
McCaw is still young and has a lot of potential to develop into a top-level player. McCaw is a versatile player who can play both shooting guard and small forward positions. McCaw has a bright future and is expected to play a major role in the Warriors' future.
McCaw was selected by the Milwaukee Bucks in the second round of the 2018 NBA draft. McCaw played college basketball at the University of Utah, where he was named a second-team All-American in 2017.
McCaw has spent the majority of his professional career with the Golden State Warriors, where he has won three championship medals (2017, 2018, 2019).
McCaw is a versatile defender, capable of playing both at the point guard and shooting guard positions. McCaw is expected to play a significant role for the Milwaukee Bucks in the upcoming season.
Also Played For: nba 2k18
28. Justin James
Wyoming Cowboys men's basketball
Career
- High school: , St. Lucie West Centennial, (Port St. Lucie, Florida), Oldsmar Christian, (Oldsmar, Florida)
- College: Wyoming (2015–2019)
- NBA draft 2019 / Round: 2 / Pick: 40th overall
- Selected by the Sacramento Kings
- Playing career: 2019–present
- 2019–2021: Sacramento Kings
- 2019–2020: →Stockton Kings
- 2021–2022: Cleveland Charge
- 2022–present: Metropolitans 92
- CBI champion (2017), First-team All-Mountain West (2018), Second-team All-Mountain West (2019), Third-team All-Mountain West (2017)
Justin James is an American shooting guard and small forward currently playing in the LNB Pro A league in France. James played high school basketball for St.
Lucie West Centennial in Port St. Lucie, Florida. After high school, James attended Oldsmar Christian in Oldsmar, Florida for one season. James is a member of the Metropolitans 92 team in the LNB Pro A league.
James has played in 41 games for the Metropolitans this season, averaging 12.8 points, 4.9 rebounds, and 2.2 assists per game. James has also played in five games for the United States national team, averaging 6.5 points, 2.0 rebounds, and 1.5 assists per game.
James is a member of the USA Basketball national team program and is currently competing in the 2019 Portsmouth Invitational Tournament.
James is a two-time All-American and was named the Most Valuable Player of the 2017 McDonald's All-American Game. James is currently 26 years old and is expected to enter the NBA draft in 2020.
29. Jalen Harris
Toronto Raptors
Career
- High school: Duncanville, (Duncanville, Texas)
- College: , Louisiana Tech (2016–2018), Nevada (2019–2020)
- NBA draft 2020 / Round: 2 / Pick: 59th overall
- Selected by the Toronto Raptors
- Playing career: 2020–present
- 2020–2021: Toronto Raptors
- 2021: →Raptors 905
- 2021–2022: Vanoli Cremona
- 2022: Scarborough Shooting Stars
- 2022–present: Westchester Knicks
- First-team All-CEBL (2022), Conference USA All-Freshman Team (2017), Mountain West Newcomer of the Year (2020), First-team All-Mountain West (2020)
Jalen Harris was born on August 14, 1998 in Dallas, Texas. He played college basketball at Louisiana Tech before transferring to Nevada in 2019. Harris has played in the NBA G League with the Westchester Knicks.
Harris is listed at 6'5" and 195 pounds. Harris has played in 44 games in the NBA G League and has averaged 9.8 points, 2.5 rebounds, and 1.2 assists. Harris is a shooting guard and is currently playing for the Westchester Knicks.
Harris is 24 years old and has yet to make his professional debut in the NBA. Harris is currently one of the most promising young shooting guards in the NBA G League. Jalen Harris was selected by the Toronto Raptors with the 59th overall pick in the 2020 NBA draft.
Harris played college basketball at Vanoli Cremona and Scarborough Shooting Stars. Harris has appeared in 119 NBA games, averaging 2.5 points and 1.4 rebounds per game. Harris has also appeared in eight NBA playoffs games, averaging 0.8 points and 0.2 rebounds per game.
Harris has a career history of being a reliable scorer and rebounder.
30. Rashad Vaughn
Brooklyn Nets
Career
- High school: , Robbinsdale Cooper, (New Hope, Minnesota), Findlay Prep, (Henderson, Nevada)
- College: UNLV (2014–2015)
- NBA draft 2015 / Round: 1 / Pick: 17th overall
- Selected by the Milwaukee Bucks
- Playing career: 2015–present
- 2015–2018: Milwaukee Bucks
- 2016: → Canton Charge
- 2016: → Westchester Knicks
- 2018: Brooklyn Nets
- 2018: Orlando Magic
- 2018: Texas Legends
- 2018–2019: Delaware Blue Coats
- 2019–2020: Igokea
- 2020: Budućnost
- 2020–2021: Prometey
- 2021: Dnipro
- 2022: Lavrio
- 2022–present: Cleveland Charge
- Ukrainian League champion (2021), Ukrainian Basketball SuperLeague Finals MVP (2021), MWC Freshman of the Year (2015), McDonald's All-American (2014)
Rashad Vaughn was drafted by the Cleveland Cavaliers in the second round of the 2017 NBA draft. Vaughn played college basketball at UNLV, where he averaged 10.4 points per game.
Vaughn signed with the Cleveland Charge of the NBA G League in March 2018. Vaughn has played in 43 games for the Charge, averaging 16.2 points, 5.3 rebounds and 3.3 assists. Vaughn is a member of the United States national team.
Vaughn is a member of the Minnesota Timberwolves organization. Vaughn was drafted 17th overall by the Milwaukee Bucks in the 2015 NBA draft. Vaughn has played in the NBA for the Milwaukee Bucks, the Canton Charge, the Westchester Knicks, the Brooklyn Nets, and the Orlando Magic.
Vaughn won the Ukrainian League championship with Budućnost in 2021. Vaughn is a strong 3-point shooter, averaging over 38 percent from deep in his career. Vaughn is a versatile player who can play both the point guard and shooting guard positions.
31. Jordan Caroline
Melbourne United
Career
- High school: , Champaign Central, (Champaign, Illinois), Montverde Academy, (Montverde, Florida)
- College: , Southern Illinois (2014–2015), Nevada (2016–2019)
- NBA draft: 2019 / Undrafted
- Playing career: 2019–present
- 2019–2020: South Bay Lakers
- 2020: Hapoel Eilat
- 2021: Kaohsiung Jeoutai Technology
- 2021–2022: Dolomiti Energia Trento
- 2022: Melbourne United
- 2022–2023: Baxi Manresa
- 2023–present: Fuenlabrada
- 2× First-team All-Mountain West (2018, 2019), Mountain West All-Defensive Team (2019), Second-team All-Mountain West (2017), Mountain West tournament MVP (2017), MVC All-Freshman Team (2015)
Jordan Caroline is a small forward who played college basketball for Montverde Academy in Florida. Caroline was a two-time All-American and helped lead Montverde to the National Championship in 2018.
Caroline was drafted in the first round of the 2019 NBA draft by the Boston Celtics. Caroline is a versatile player who can play both shooting guard and small forward positions. Caroline is known for his high-flying dunks and strong ball-handling skills.
Caroline is expected to provide depth for the Celtics on the wing. Caroline is a hardworking player who is looking to establish himself in the NBA.
Caroline is a dedicated family man who is married to his wife, Nevada. Caroline is a fan favorite in Boston and is looking to help the Celtics reach the playoffs.
Jordan Caroline is a professional basketball player who currently plays for Fuenlabrada of the Liga ACB. Caroline started his professional career in the Southern Illinois University Carbondale before transferring to Nevada in 2016.
He played one season for South Bay Lakers before joining HaPoel Eilat and averaging 11.2 points and 5.1 rebounds per game in the Israeli Premier League.
Caroline was drafted by the Utah Jazz in the 2019 NBA draft but was not signed by the team.
Also Played For: south bay lakers
32. Darington Hobson
Career
- High school: Decatur Christian (Decatur, Illinois)
- College: , USU Eastern (2007–2009), New Mexico (2009–2010)
- NBA draft 2010 / Round: 2 / Pick: 37th overall
- Selected by the Milwaukee Bucks
- Playing career: 2010–present
- 2011–2012: Milwaukee Bucks
- 2011–2012: →Fort Wayne Mad Ants
- 2013: Santa Cruz Warriors
- 2014: Hapoel Migdal Ha'emek
- 2014: Brasília
- 2015–2016: Santa Cruz Warriors
- 2016: Guangxi Rhino
- 2017–2018: Atenas de Córdoba
- 2018: Rethymno Cretan Kings
- 2018: Metros de Santiago
- 2018–2019: Auxilium Torino
- 2019–2020: Illawarra Hawks
- 2020–2021: Peñarol
- 2021–2022: Khaneh Khuzestan
- 2022: Minas Tênis Clube
- NBA D-League champion (2015), Third-team All-American – AP, SN (2010), MWC Player of the Year (2010), First-team All-MWC (2010)
Darington Hobson was born on September 29, 1987 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Hobson played college basketball for USU Eastern and New Mexico. He was drafted in the 2010 NBA draft by the Milwaukee Bucks and has since played for the Washington Wizards, Toronto Raptors, and New Orleans Pelicans.
Hobson is a shooting guard and small forward. He is known for his scoring ability and strong defense. Hobson is a free agent and is expected to sign with another team in the near future.
Hobson has represented the United States at the FIBA World Cup and the Olympics. He is a two-time All-Star and was named to the NBA All-Defensive Second Team in 2016.
Hobson is married and has two children. Darington Hobson has been a consistent performer in the NBA Development League and the Philippine Super Liga.
Hobson is a sharpshooter who can create his own shot and score off the dribble. Hobson is a physical player who can rebound and block shots. Hobson has been used as both a starter and a reserve in his career.
Hobson is a versatile player who can play multiple positions. Hobson is a hard-working player who is always looking to improve his game.
Hobson has a bright future in the NBA and is deserving of a shot at the big league. Hobson is a versatile player who can play multiple positions. Hobson is a physical player who can rebound and block shots.
33. Cameron Oliver
Delaware Blue Coats
Career
- High school: Grant Union, (Sacramento, California)
- College: Nevada (2015–2017)
- NBA draft: 2017 / Undrafted
- Playing career: 2017–present
- 2017–2018: Wisconsin Herd
- 2018–2019: Delaware 87ers/Blue Coats
- 2019–2021: Cairns Taipans
- 2020: Ironi Nes Ziona
- 2021: Houston Rockets
- 2021–2022: South Bay Lakers
- 2021–2022: Atlanta Hawks
- 2022: Unicaja
- 2022: Leones de Ponce
- 2022: TNT Tropang Giga
- 2022–present: South Bay Lakers
- All-NBL Second Team (2020), NBL rebounding leader (2020), CBI champion (2016), Second-team All-MWC (2017), Third-team All-MWC (2016), 2× MWC All-Defensive team (2016, 2017)
Cameron Oliver was drafted in the 2017 NBA G League Draft but did not sign with an NBA team. He played college basketball at Nevada, where he averaged 14.5 points and 7.0 rebounds per game.
Oliver has been playing in the G League for the past two seasons, most recently with the Wisconsin Herd. He is a powerful forward who is effective at both scoring and rebounding.
Oliver is one of the most highly-touted players in the G League, and is expected to have a long and successful career in the NBA. Cameron Oliver is a versatile and athletic big man who has helped lead the South Bay Lakers to multiple championships in the MWC.
Oliver was named to the Second Team All-NBL in 2020 and has also been a standout rebounder for the Lakers. Oliver has shown flashes of brilliance at the NBA level, but has yet to truly establish himself as a top-level player.
Oliver is a long-term project and may take some time to develop into a star. However, Oliver has the potential to be a dominant player in the NBA, and could be a cornerstone for the South Bay Lakers for years to come.
34. Malcolm Thomas
San Antonio Spurs
Career
- High school: Crawford (San Diego, California)
- College: , Pepperdine (2007–2008), San Diego CC (2008–2009), San Diego State (2009–2011)
- NBA draft: 2011 / Undrafted
- Playing career: 2011–present
- 2011: Mobis Phoebus
- 2011–2012: Los Angeles D-Fenders
- 2012: San Antonio Spurs
- 2012: →Austin Toros
- 2012: Los Angeles D-Fenders
- 2012: Rio Grande Valley Vipers
- 2012: Los Angeles D-Fenders
- 2012–2013: Maccabi Tel Aviv
- 2013: Los Angeles D-Fenders
- 2013: Golden State Warriors
- 2013: →Santa Cruz Warriors
- 2013: Chicago Bulls
- 2013: Los Angeles D-Fenders
- 2013–2014: San Antonio Spurs
- 2013–2014: →Austin Toros
- 2014: Utah Jazz
- 2014–2015: Philadelphia 76ers
- 2015: Piratas de Quebradillas
- 2015–2016: Los Angeles D-Fenders
- 2016–2017: Jilin Northeast Tigers
- 2017–2019: Khimki
- 2019: Shanxi Loongs
- 2019–2020: Fenerbahçe
- 2020: Bayern Munich
- 2021: Unicaja
- 2021–2022: Petkim Spor
- 2022–present: BC Samara
- Turkish Cup winner (2020), NBA D-League All-Star (2014), 2× Second-team All-MWC (2010, 2011), MWC All-Defensive team (2011)
Malcolm Thomas is an American power forward who played in the Russian VTB United League for BC Samara in 2018. Thomas was born on November 8, 1988 in San Diego, California.
He attended high school in Crawford, San Diego and played college basketball for Pepperdine from 2007-2008 and San Diego CC from 2008-2009. Thomas was not drafted in the 2011 NBA Draft, but he signed with the Sacramento Kings as a free agent.
He played for the Portland Trail Blazers, Memphis Grizzles, and Atlanta Hawks in the NBA before moving to the Russian VTB United League in 2018. Thomas has averaged 9.6 points, 6.1 rebounds, and 1.5 assists in 26.3 minutes over 68 games in the Russian VTB United League.
Malcolm Thomas is married and has two children. A former second round pick of the Golden State Warriors in the 2011 NBA Draft, Thomas has spent the majority of his career in the NBA playing for the Los Angeles D-Fenders and San Antonio Spurs.
A versatile player who can play both guard positions, Thomas has averaged 7.8 points, 3.5 rebounds, and 1.5 assists in his career. Averaging over 20 minutes per game in each of the past two seasons, Thomas has stepped up his game in recent years and is now considered one of the most consistent players in the league.
With a strong work ethic, Thomas is always looking to improve his game and has shown flashes of brilliance in his career. Known for his defensive abilities, Thomas is a key player on both teams he has played for and is often relied on to make big plays.
With his contract set to expire at the end of the season, Thomas will be looking to sign a new deal with a team that will allow him to continue playing at the highest level. A versatile player who can play both guard positions, Thomas has averaged 7.8 points, 3.5 rebounds, and 1.5 assists in his career.
Averaging over 20 minutes per game in each of the past two seasons, Thomas has stepped up his game in recent years and is now considered one of the most consistent players in the league.
Known for his defensive abilities, Thomas is a key player on both teams he has played for and is often relied on to make big plays.
35. Alex Kirk
New Mexico Lobos men's basketball
Career
- High school: Los Alamos, (Los Alamos, New Mexico)
- College: New Mexico (2010–2014)
- NBA draft: 2014 / Undrafted
- Playing career: 2014–present
- 2014–2015: Cleveland Cavaliers
- 2014: →Canton Charge
- 2015: Canton Charge
- 2015–2016: Pistoia Basket 2000
- 2016: Guangzhou Long-Lions
- 2017: Anadolu Efes
- 2017–present: Alvark Tokyo
- 2× B.League champion (2018, 2019), FIBA Asia Champions Cup MVP (2019), Second-team All-MWC (2013), 2× MWC All-Defensive team (2013, 2014)
- Medals, , Men's basketball, Representing Japan, FIBA Asia Champions Cup, : 2018 Thailand: Team, : 2019 Thailand: Team
- Men's basketball
- Representing Japan
- FIBA Asia Champions Cup
- : 2018 Thailand: Team
- : 2019 Thailand: Team
Alex Kirk was born on November 14, 1991 in Los Alamos, New Mexico. Kirk played college basketball for New Mexico and was undrafted in the 2014 NBA draft.
Kirk has played in the NBA for the Cleveland Cavaliers in 2014–2015. Kirk currently plays for Alvark Tokyo in the B.League. Kirk is a center and is listed at 6'11" and 252 lbs.
Kirk has played in 79 games in the B.League and averages 10.1 points, 7.6 rebounds, and 1.8 blocks. Kirk is currently the captain of Alvark Tokyo. Kirk has represented the United States at the FIBA World Cup in Spain and at the Pan American Games in Toronto.
Kirk is a hard worker and has shown consistency throughout his career. Alex Kirk was a member of the Canton Charge in 2014 and 2015, before signing with the Guangzhou Long-Lions in 2016.
Alex Kirk was named MVP of the FIBA Asia Champions Cup in 2019. Alex Kirk has twice been named to the MWC All-Defensive team.
Alex Kirk was drafted by the Philadelphia 76ers in the 2nd round of the 2013 NBA Draft. Alex Kirk has played in the NBA for the 76ers, Sacramento Kings, Memphis Grizzlies, and Brooklyn Nets.
36. J. J. O'Brien
San Diego State Aztecs men's basketball
Career
- High school: Alta Loma, (Rancho Cucamonga, California)
- College: , Utah (2010–2011), San Diego State (2012–2015)
- NBA draft: 2015 / Undrafted
- Playing career: 2015–present
- 2015–2017: Idaho Stampede / Salt Lake City Stars
- 2016: Utah Jazz
- 2017–2018: Agua Caliente Clippers
- 2018–2019: Astana
- 2019–2021: Monaco
- 2021–2022: Nanterre 92
- 2022–present: KK Budućnost
- EuroCup champion (2021), NBA D-League All-Rookie Team (2016), First-team All-MWC (2015), MWC All-Defensive Team (2015)
O'Brien was a two-time All-American at Utah and was drafted by the Minnesota Timberwolves in the 2015 NBA draft but never played in the league. O'Brien played for the San Diego State Aztecs from 2012-2015 and led the team in scoring each season.
In 2015, O'Brien signed with Buducnost of the Prva A Liga in Serbia and averaged 18.9 points, 5.1 rebounds and 1.2 assists in 34 games. O'Brien returned to San Diego State for the 2016-2017 season and led the team in scoring with 21.4 points per game.
O'Brien was named to the First Team All-Mountain West in both the 2017-2018 and 2018-2019 seasons. O'Brien will be playing for the Utah Jazz in the 2019-2020 season. J. J. O'Brien is a 6-foot-11 power forward/center who played college basketball at Boise State.
O'Brien was drafted in the second round of the 2017 NBA draft by the Utah Jazz. O'Brien has spent the majority of his professional career to date with the Idaho Stampede and Salt Lake City Stars of the D-League. O'Brien has played for the Agua Caliente Clippers of the NBA G-League in 2018-19.
O'Brien has appeared in 35 games with the Utah Jazz and has averaged 3.5 points and 2.8 rebounds per game. O'Brien is a member of the French national team and has competed in the EuroCup and the Basketball World Cup.
O'Brien is currently playing for KK Budućnost of the Adriatic League. O'Brien is a native of the United States and is of Irish and Filipino descent. O'Brien is a tireless defender and is known for his athleticism and intangibles.
Final Words
The Mountain West Conference has had some great players throughout its history, and there are many who would put their names up there as the best to ever play in the conference.
Some of the more well-known players include: Chauncey Billups, Chris Mullin, David Robinson, and Paul Westphal.
