Oklahoma basketball is an exciting sport to follow, and one that has a long and rich history in the state of Oklahoma. From the NCAA championships to the NBA, Oklahoma has seen its share of success on the hardwood.
Oklahoma has also produced some of the most successful basketball players in the world, such as Blake Griffin, Trae Young, and Alvan Adams. With a passionate fan base, some of the best college and professional teams, and a deep history, Oklahoma basketball is sure to continue to thrive in the years to come.
1. Buddy Hield
Shooting guard
Career
- High school: Sunrise Christian Academy, (Wichita, Kansas)
- College: Oklahoma (2012–2016)
- NBA draft 2016 / Round: 1 / Pick: 6th overall
- Selected by the New Orleans Pelicans
- Playing career: 2016–present
- 2016–2017: New Orleans Pelicans
- 2017–2022: Sacramento Kings
- 2022–present: Indiana Pacers
- NBA All-Rookie First Team (2017), NBA Three-Point Contest champion (2020), John R. Wooden Award (2016), Naismith College Player of the Year (2016), Oscar Robertson Trophy (2016), Sporting News College Player of the Year (2016), Consensus first-team All-American (2016), Third-team All-American – AP, NABC (2015), Jerry West Award (2016), 2× Big 12 Player of the Year (2015, 2016), 2× First-team All-Big 12 (2015, 2016), Second-team All-Big 12 (2014)
Buddy Hield is a talented shooting guard and small forward who was drafted by the Indiana Pacers in the 2016 NBA draft. Hield has been impressive for the Pelicans throughout his rookie season, averaging 19 points, four rebounds, and two assists per game.
He is considered to be one of the most promising players in the league and could have a long career ahead of him if he continues to perform at this level. Hield's mother is Bahamian and his father is American; he was born in Freeport but raised in Wichita, Kansas before moving to Oklahoma as a teenager.
As an amateur player, Buddy played for Sunrise Christian Academy (Wichita) before attending college at Oklahoma where he won numerous awards including.
Second Team All-American honors as a senior in the 2016–17 NCAA Division I men's basketball season with averages of 22 points, six rebounds, three assists, and one steal per game while leading the Sooners to their first-ever Final Four appearance under head coach Lon Kruger.
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2. Wayman Tisdale
Career
- High school: Booker T. Washington, (Tulsa, Oklahoma)
- College: Oklahoma (1982–1985)
- NBA draft 1985 / Round: 1 / Pick: 2nd overall
- Selected by the Indiana Pacers
- Playing career: 1985–1997
- Position: Power forward
- Number: 23
- 1985–1989: Indiana Pacers
- 1989–1994: Sacramento Kings
- 1994–1997: Phoenix Suns
- 3× Consensus first-team All-American (1983–1985), 3× Big Eight Player of the Year (1983–1985), 3× First-team All-Big Eight (1983–1985), No. 23 honored by Oklahoma Sooners, Mr. Basketball USA (1982), First-team Parade All-American (1982), McDonald's All-American (1982)
- Points: 12,878 (15.3 ppg)
- Rebounds: 5,117 (6.1 rpg)
- Assists: 1,077 (1.3 apg)
- College Basketball Hall of Fame, Inducted in 2009
- Medals, , Men's basketball, Representing the United States, Olympic Games, : 1984 Los Angeles: Team competition, Pan American Games, : 1983 Caracas: Team competition
- Men's basketball
- Representing the United States
- Olympic Games
- : 1984 Los Angeles: Team competition
- Pan American Games
- : 1983 Caracas: Team competition
Wayman Tisdale was born on June 9, 1964, in Fort Worth, Texas. He played college basketball at Oklahoma and then joined the NBA in 1985 as a power forward for the Indiana Pacers.
In 1997 he retired from professional basketball after playing with several teams including the Dallas Mavericks and Los Angeles Clippers.
Wayman later became an assistant coach with his old team, the Indiana Pacers, before passing away in 2009 aged 44 due to heart disease Wayman Tisdale was a highly decorated college player and became one of the best players in the NBA.
He had an illustrious career with six different teams, winning three championships. Tisdale is most famous for his time with the Indiana Pacers, where he averaged 15 points per game over two seasons. After finishing his playing days, he went on to coach several teams before retiring in 2017.
3. Trae Young
Point guard
Career
- High school: Norman North (Norman, Oklahoma)
- College: Oklahoma (2017–2018)
- NBA draft 2018 / Round: 1 / Pick: 5th overall
- Selected by the Dallas Mavericks
- Playing career: 2018–present
- 2018–present: Atlanta Hawks
- 2× NBA All-Star (2020, 2022), All-NBA Third Team (2022), NBA All-Rookie First Team (2019), Consensus first-team All-American (2018), Wayman Tisdale Award (2018), First-team All-Big 12 (2018), Big 12 Freshman of the Year (2018), NCAA season scoring leader (2018), NCAA season assists leader (2018), McDonald's All-American (2017)
- Medals, , Men's basketball, Representing the United States, FIBA Americas U18 Championship, : 2016 Chile: National team
- Men's basketball
- Representing the United States
- FIBA Americas U18 Championship
- : 2016 Chile: National team
Young was born on September 19, 1998 in Lubbock, Texas. Young played college basketball at Oklahoma and was drafted by the Dallas Mavericks in 2018. Young has been with the Atlanta Hawks since 2018 and is currently a point guard for the team.
Young has had some good moments during his career so far; most notably being named to both the NBA All-Star Game and Second Team All-NBA teams this year. However, he also faces criticism from some quarters as he often takes too many shots or makes poor decisions with the ball.
Overall, Trae Young is one of the more exciting young players in the league right now and we can only wait to see what he will achieve in future years. Trae Young was one of the most highly touted prospects in college basketball and he has lived up to all expectations.
He is a dynamic scorer and passer who can take over games. Young led Oklahoma to an undefeated season and an NCAA Championship appearance before being drafted by the Atlanta Hawks with the seventh pick in the 2018 NBA Draft.
Young will be a key player for Atlanta this season, but he also has potential to play at a high level in other leagues as well: Trae Young is destined for greatness.
Also Played For: atlanta hawks, fantasy basketball
4. Mookie Blaylock
Career
- High school: Garland (Garland, Texas)
- College: , Midland (1985–1987), Oklahoma (1987–1989)
- NBA draft 1989 / Round: 1 / Pick: 12th overall
- Selected by the New Jersey Nets
- Playing career: 1989–2002
- Position: Point guard
- Number: 10
- 1989–1992: New Jersey Nets
- 1992–1999: Atlanta Hawks
- 1999–2002: Golden State Warriors
- NBA All-Star (1994), 2× NBA All-Defensive First Team (1994, 1995), 4× NBA All-Defensive Second Team (1996–1999), 2× NBA steals leader (1997, 1998), Consensus second-team All-American (1989), No. 10 honored by Oklahoma Sooners
- Points: 11,962 (13.5 ppg)
- Assists: 5,972 (6.7 apg)
- Steals: 2,075 (2.3 spg)
Mookie Blaylock was born in Garland, Texas on March 20th 1967. He attended high school at Garland (Garland, TX) and then College at Midland (1985-1987).
Mookie played professional basketball for the New Jersey Nets from 1989 to 2002. In his NBA career he averaged 10 points per game and 1,667 assists over an 11-year span.
After retiring from basketball Mookie started a successful clothing line called "Mookies" which is still going strong today. Mookie Blaylock was a highly skilled big man in the 1990s who spent most of his career with the New Jersey Nets and Atlanta Hawks.
He won two All-Star games and four All-Defensive team nods during his time in the NBA, as well as being named an all-star second team player twice. Mookie also had success against other teams, averaging 13 points and six assists per game over his career while stealing two balls per game.
After leaving the NBA, he played overseas for a number of years before retiring from professional basketball altogether in 2002.
5. Gar Heard
Career
- High school: Ethel Knight (LaGrange, Georgia)
- College: Oklahoma (1967–1970)
- NBA draft 1970 / Round: 3 / Pick: 40th overall
- Selected by the Seattle SuperSonics
- Playing career: 1970–1981
- Position: Power forward
- Number: 40, 24
- First-team All-Big Eight (1970)
- Points: 6,828 (8.7 ppg)
- Rebounds: 5,876 (7.5 rpg)
- Assists: 1,220 (1.6 apg)
Gar Heard was a power forward who played in the NBA from 1970 to 1981. He attended high school at Ethel Knight in LaGrange, Georgia and then went on to play college ball at Oklahoma.
The Seattle SuperSonics drafted him with the 40th overall pick in the 1970 draft, and he would go on to spend his entire career with them. He scored 24 points per game over his 8-year career and won an NBA championship with the Suns in 1976.
After retiring from playing, Gar became a head coach for various teams across America before eventually retiring again in 2001. Gar Heard is a former professional basketball player who played in the 1980s and 1990s.
He was most noted for his time with the San Diego Clippers, where he served as coach from 1987 to 1993.
He also spent time coaching with the Dallas Mavericks and Indiana Pacers before retiring in 1997. After retirement, Gar worked as an assistant coach for several teams including Detroit Pistons (2000-2001), Atlanta Hawks (2004-2005) and Washington Wizards (2006-2007).
In 2007, Gar became head coach of Highland Park High School's varsity boys' basketball team which he led to two consecutive Texas State Championships in 2008 and 2009.
Also Played For: buffalo braves
6. Brady Manek
Career
- High school: Harrah (Harrah, Oklahoma)
- College: , Oklahoma (2017–2021), North Carolina (2021–2022)
- NBA draft: 2022 / Undrafted
- Playing career: 2022–present
- 2022–present: Perth Wildcats
- Riley Wallace Award (2022), Third-team All-Big 12 (2020)
Brady Manek was born in Edmond, Oklahoma on September 4th 1998. He played collegiately for the Harrah Wildcats and made an immediate impact as a freshman averaging 19 points and 6 rebounds per game.
In his sophomore season he averaged 23 points, 10 rebounds and 2 assists per game to help lead the Wildcats to their first ever NBL championship.
Brady Manek entered the draft but decided against going professional and signed with Perth Wildcats ahead of the 2022 season where he has continued his impressive play averaging 18 points and 5 rebounds per game in 24 games so far this year.
Brady Manek was a standout player for the Oklahoma Sooners during his time there. He played college basketball at North Carolina and is considered one of the top prospects in this year's draft class.
Brady Manek has already started playing in the NBA, appearing in five games with the Perth Wildcats this season so far. He is an excellent shooter who can score from anywhere on the court, making him a dangerous threat to defenses no matter where he is located.
Brady Manek will be looking to continue impressing scouts and make an impactful career in both the NBA and international leagues after graduation next year.
Also Played For: march madness, perth wildcats
7. Grant Sherfield
Career
- High school: , North Crowley, (Fort Worth, Texas), Sunrise Christian Academy, (Bel Aire, Kansas)
- College: , Wichita State (2019–2020), Nevada (2020–2022), Oklahoma (2022–present)
- First-team All-Mountain West (2021), Third-team All-Mountain West (2022), Mountain West Newcomer of the Year (2021)
Grant Sherfield is a talented point guard for the Oklahoma Sooners. He was born in Wichita, Kansas and played high school basketball at North Crowley. Grant has shown great promise as a freshman with the Sooners, averaging 10 points and 4 assists per game.
Grant will be playing his sophomore season this year with the Sooners and is looking to take his game to new heights in 2017-2018.
Grant Sherfield is a 2020 graduate of Sunrise Christian Academy in Bel Aire, Kansas. He played soccer for the academy and was named to the First-team All-Mountain West in 2021.
Grant signed with Wichita State after his freshman year of college, and will play there next season. Grant has already made an impact at Wichita State, being named Third-team All-Mountain West as a sophomore in 2022 before becoming a first team selection as a junior in 2021.
As one of only two freshmen on the 2021 Mountain West Newcomer of the Year squad, Grant’s future looks very bright both on and off the field.
Also Played For: college basketball, nevada wolf pack basketball
8. Jeff Webster
Career
- High school: Carl Albert, (Midwest City, Oklahoma)
- College: Oklahoma (1989–1994)
- NBA draft 1994 / Round: 2 / Pick: 40th overall
- Selected by the Miami Heat
- Position: Forward
- Number: 42
- 1994–1995: Rapid City Thrillers
- 1995: Tri-City Chinook
- 1995: Sioux Falls Skyforce
- 1995: Washington Bullets
- First-team All-Big Eight (1994), Second-team Parade All-American (1989)
- Medals, , Men's Basketball, Representing United States, Summer Universiade, : 1993 Buffalo: National team
- Men's Basketball
- Representing United States
- Summer Universiade
- : 1993 Buffalo: National team
Webster played high school basketball at Carl Albert in Midwest City, Oklahoma. He went on to play college ball at Oklahoman before being selected by the Miami Heat in the 1994 NBA draft.
Webster spent four seasons with the team and averaged 7.8 points per game over his career. In 2000, Webster signed with the Atlanta Hawks but only played a single season with them before retiring from professional basketball later that year.
Today, Webster is an assistant coach for Tulsa Golden Hurricane men's basketball team and also works as a commentator for NCAA Division I Men's Basketball tournaments across America on Fox Sports 1 and TNT). Jeff has two children - daughter Kiari (born 2003) and son Jaden (born 2005).
Also Played For: 1994 nba draft
9. Ryan Humphrey
Career
- High school: Booker T. Washington, (Tulsa, Oklahoma)
- College: , Oklahoma (1997–1999), Notre Dame (2000–2002)
- NBA draft 2002 / Round: 1 / Pick: 19th overall
- Selected by the Utah Jazz
- Playing career: 2002–2014
- Position: Power forward
- Number: 4, 40
- Coaching career: 2016–present
- Second-team Parade All-American (1997)
Ryan Humphrey played college basketball at Notre Dame and was drafted in the 2002 NBA draft by the Utah Jazz. He has since spent time coaching with the Fighting Irish, most recently as an assistant coach.
Humphrey is also a member of Mensa and has competed in several IQ tests. Humphrey played in the NBA for four seasons, most notably with the Orlando Magic.
Humphrey has since embarked on a successful coaching career, first as an assistant coach with the Memphis Grizzlies and then most recently as head coach of Club La Unión in Argentina.
Humphrey is currently in his second season as head coach of Club La Unión and they are off to a strong start this year.
Also Played For: university of notre dame basketball
10. Alvan Adams
Power forward
Career
- High school: Putnam City, (Oklahoma City, Oklahoma)
- College: Oklahoma (1972–1975)
- NBA draft 1975 / Round: 1 / Pick: 4th overall
- Selected by the Phoenix Suns
- Playing career: 1975–1988
- Position: Power forward / Center
- Number: 33
- 1975–1988: Phoenix Suns
- NBA All-Star (1976), NBA Rookie of the Year (1976), NBA All-Rookie First Team (1976), No. 33 retired by Phoenix Suns, Third-team All-American – NABC (1975), Big Eight Player of the Year (1975), 3× First-team All-Big Eight (1973–1975), No. 33 honored by Oklahoma Sooners, Second-team Parade All-American (1972)
- Points: 13,910 (14.1 ppg)
- Rebounds: 6,937 (7.0 rpg)
- Assists: 4,012 (4.1 apg)
- Medals, , Men's basketball, Representing the United States, Universiade, : 1973 Moscow: Team competition
- Men's basketball
- Representing the United States
- Universiade
- : 1973 Moscow: Team competition
Alvan Adams was born on July 19, 1954 in Lawrence, Kansas. Adams attended Putnam City High School and played for the Oklahoma City Thunderbirds. Adams was drafted by the Phoenix Suns in the 1975 NBA draft and played for the team until 1988.
Adams was a three-time All-Star and won a championship with the Suns in 1988. Adams is a retired lawyer and is currently a basketball broadcaster. Adams has two children and two grandchildren. Alvan Adams was one of the most decorated college basketball players of all time.
Adams was a 3-time First-team All-American and 3-time Big Eight Player of the Year. Adams was drafted by the Phoenix Suns in the 1976 NBA draft and went on to play 14 seasons in the NBA. Adams is a member of the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame and the Phoenix Suns’ Ring of Honor.
Adams is the all-time leading scorer at the University of Oklahoma. Adams is the father of current NBA player Reggie Adams. Adams is currently an assistant coach with the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Adams has worked with several youth basketball programs across the country. Adams is a tireless ambassador for the sport of basketball and its importance to society.
Also Played For: phoenix suns
11. Stacey King
Career
- High school: Lawton (Lawton, Oklahoma)
- College: Oklahoma (1985–1989)
- NBA draft 1989 / Round: 1 / Pick: 6th overall
- Selected by the Chicago Bulls
- Playing career: 1989–1999
- Position: Power forward / Center
- Number: 34, 21, 33
- 3× NBA champion (1991–1993), NBA All-Rookie Second Team (1990), Sporting News College Player of the Year (1989), Consensus first-team All-American (1989), Big Eight Player of the Year (1989), No. 33 honored by the University of Oklahoma
- Points: 2,819 (6.4 ppg)
- Rebounds: 1,460 (3.3 rpg)
- Blocks: 210 (0.5 bpg)
King was a high school basketball standout from Lawton, Oklahoma and was drafted by the Chicago Bulls in the first round of the 1989 NBA draft. He played for the Bulls for six seasons before joining the Minnesota Timberwolves for one season.
King is remembered for his powerful dunks and aggressive play on the court. He was a three-time All-Star and was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2007. King has since pursued a career in broadcasting and is currently an NBA analyst for ESPN.
Stacey King played professional basketball in the United States and Europe for over a decade, amassing championship rings along the way.
After retiring from the sport, King became a successful coach, leading teams to the playoffs in each of his first three seasons. In 2001, King was named head coach of the Rockford Lightning, leading them to the playoffs in their inaugural season.
King has also served as an assistant coach for the Miami Heat and Boston Celtics, among others. King was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2017. Stacey King is a tireless worker in the basketball community, routinely giving back to his alma mater, the University of Oklahoma.
12. Taylor Griffin
Santa Cruz Warriors
Career
- High school: Oklahoma Christian School, (Edmond, Oklahoma)
- College: Oklahoma (2005–2009)
- NBA draft 2009 / Round: 2 / Pick: 48th overall
- Selected by the Phoenix Suns
- Playing career: 2009–2016
- Position: Small forward / Power forward
- 2009–2010: Phoenix Suns
- 2009–2010: →Iowa Energy
- 2010–2011: Liège Basket
- 2012: Dakota Wizards
- 2012–2015: Santa Cruz Warriors
- 2015–2016: Pallacanestro Trapani
- NBA D-League champion (2015)
Taylor Griffin was born in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma in 1986. Griffin played high school basketball for Oklahoma Christian School. Griffin played college basketball for the Oklahoma Sooners.
Griffin was drafted by the Phoenix Suns in the 2009 NBA draft. Griffin played for the Phoenix Suns from 2009 to 2016. Griffin has played in the NBA for nine seasons. Griffin was a key player for the Phoenix Suns during his playing career.
Griffin has won two NBA championships with the Phoenix Suns. Griffin is a two-time all-star and three-time All-NBA selection. Taylor Griffin was drafted by the Phoenix Suns in the 2009 NBA draft. Griffin played for the Iowa Energy from 2009-2010.
Griffin played for the Liège Basket from 2010-2011. Griffin played for the Dakota Wizards from 2012-2015. Griffin played for the Santa Cruz Warriors from 2015-2016. Griffin was traded to the Pallacanestro Trapani in 2016. Griffin won the NBA D-League championship with the Trapani in 2017.
Griffin signed with the Atlanta Hawks in 2018. Griffin is expected to compete for a spot on the Hawks' roster this season.
13. Brent Price
Career
- High school: Enid (Enid, Oklahoma)
- College: , South Carolina (1987–1989), Oklahoma (1990–1992)
- NBA draft 1992 / Round: 2 / Pick: 32nd overall
- Selected by the Washington Bullets
- Playing career: 1992–2004
- Position: Point guard
- Number: 20, 25
- 1992–1996: Washington Bullets
- 1996–1999: Houston Rockets
- 1999–2001: Vancouver Grizzlies
- 2001–2002: Sacramento Kings
- 2004: Oklahoma Storm
- First-team All-Big Eight (1992)
- Points: 2,481 (5.9 ppg)
- Assists: 1,236 (3.9 apg)
- 3P%: .387
Brent Price was a point guard in the NBA for ten seasons, playing for the Washington Bullets, Philadelphia 76ers, Dallas Mavericks, and Orlando Magic. Price was drafted by the Washington Bullets in the 1992 NBA Draft.
He played for the Bullets, 76ers, and Mavericks before joining the Magic in 2004. Price averaged 13.1 points, 5.6 assists, and 2.9 rebounds per game during his ten-year career. Price was a part of the Mavericks team that made it to the NBA Finals in 2003.
He also appeared in the 2001, 2002, and 2004 NBA Playoffs. Price is a two-time All-Star and was named to the All-NBA Second Team in 2003.
Price is currently the president of the Oklahoma City Thunder and a commentator for Turner Sports. Brent Price was a standout player at the University of Oklahoma, where he was a two-time First-Team All-Big Eight selection.
Price was drafted 20th overall by the Washington Bullets in the 1992 NBA Draft. He played three seasons with the Bullets before being traded to the Houston Rockets.
Price played six seasons with the Rockets, averaging 14.3 points and 5.9 assists per game. He was traded to the Vancouver Grizzlies in 2001 before being traded to the Sacramento Kings in 2002. Price played one season with the Sacramento Kings before retiring in 2004.
He has since worked as a basketball analyst for television and radio. Price was inducted into the Oklahoma Hall of Fame in 2007.
14. Anthony Bowie
Career
- High school: East Central (Tulsa, Oklahoma)
- College: , Seminole State (1982–1984), Oklahoma (1984–1986)
- NBA draft 1986 / Round: 3 / Pick: 66th overall
- Selected by the Houston Rockets
- Playing career: 1986–2002
- Position: Shooting guard / Small forward
- Number: 25, 14, 13
- 1987–1989: Quad City Thunder
- 1989: San Antonio Spurs
- 1989–1990: Houston Rockets
- 1990–1991: Ranger Varese
- 1991: Quad City Thunder
- 1991–1996: Orlando Magic
- 1996–1997: Olimpia Milano
- 1998: New York Knicks
- 1998–1999: Žalgiris Kaunas
- 1999–2000: AEK Athens
- 2000–2001: Aris Thessaloniki
- 2001: Fortitudo Bologna
- 2001: Near East
- 2001–2002: Ural Great
- Russian League champion (2002), FIBA Saporta Cup champion (2000), FIBA Saporta Cup Finals MVP (2000), Greek Cup winner (2000), EuroLeague Champion (1999), Lithuanian League champion (1999), CBA Most Valuable Player (1989)
- Points: 2,945 (6.4 ppg)
- Rebounds: 1,021 (2.2 apg)
Bowie was a shooting guard and small forward in the NBA for 13 seasons. He played for the Quad City Thunder, San Antonio Spurs and Houston Rockets. Bowie was a three-time All-Star and a two-time All-NBA selection.
He won the NBA Finals with the Rockets in 1997. Bowie is the father of two sons and has two grandchildren. Anthony Bowie played college basketball at Rice University before being drafted in the first round of the 1989 NBA draft by the Houston Rockets.
Bowie spent 9 seasons with the Rockets, and was part of their championship teams in the 1990-91 and 1991-92 seasons. He was traded to the Varese Grizzlies in 1991, and then to the Quad City Thunder in 1996. He then signed with the Orlando Magic and played for them for 3 seasons before joining the Milano club in 1998.
He then moved to the New York Knicks for the 1998-1999 season. Bowie then joined Žalgiris Kaunas in 1999, and helped them win the Lithuanian League championship.
He then moved to Fortitudo Bologna in 2001, and helped them win the Italian League championship. Bowie then moved to AEK Athens in 2002, and helped them win the Greek Cup.
He then retired after playing for Near East in the 2003-2004 season.
15. Eduardo Nájera
Charlotte Hornets
Career
- High school: Cornerstone Christian Academy, (San Antonio, Texas)
- College: Oklahoma (1996–2000)
- NBA draft 2000 / Round: 2 / Pick: 38th overall
- Selected by the Houston Rockets
- Playing career: 2000–2012
- Position: Power forward / Small forward
- Number: 14, 21
- Coaching career: 2012–2015
- Third-team All-American – AP, NABC (2000), Chip Hilton Player of the Year (2000), First-team All-Big 12 (2000), Second-team All-Big 12 (1999), Big 12 All-Defensive team (2000), Big 12 All-Freshman team (1997)
Nájera was a power forward and small forward in the NBA for 12 seasons. He played for the Rockets, Mavericks, and Lakers. Nájera was a member of the 2006 NBA championship team with the Lakers.
Nájera was also a member of the Rockets' 2004, 2005, and 2006 Western Conference Finals teams. He has two sons, Eduardo Jr. and Jett, and two daughters, Makenzie and Harper. Nájera retired in 2012.
Eduardo Nájera is a 14-year NBA veteran who played for the Dallas Mavericks, Golden State Warriors, Denver Nuggets, New Jersey Nets, and Charlotte Bobcats. Nájera retired as a player in 2015 after coaching the Texas Legends of the NBA Development League.
Nájera was a three-time second-team All-Big 12 selection and a 2000 third-team All-American. As a player, Nájera averaged 8.5 points and 4.5 rebounds per game. Nájera is a coaching rookie, but his Legends team is currently in first place in the Development League’s Southwest Division.
16. Willie Warren
Oklahoma Sooners men's basketball
Career
- High school: North Crowley (Fort Worth, Texas)
- College: Oklahoma (2008–2010)
- NBA draft 2010 / Round: 2 / Pick: 54th overall
- Selected by the Los Angeles Clippers
- Playing career: 2010–present
- Position: Point guard / Shooting guard
- Number: 8
- 2010–2011: Los Angeles Clippers
- 2011: →Bakersfield Jam
- 2012: Rio Grande Valley Vipers
- 2012–2013: Maccabi Rishon LeZion
- 2013–2014: Szolnoki Olaj
- 2014: Virtus Bologna
- 2014–2015: Chongqing Fly Dragon
- 2015–2017: Zhejiang Golden Bulls
- 2017: Petrochimi Bandar Imam
- 2017–2018: Shanxi Brave Dragons
- 2018: Texas Legends
- 2018: Hoops Club
- 2019–2020: Sporting Al Riyadi Beirut
- 2020–2021: Taoyuan Pilots
- 2022–present: Leones de Ponce
- CBA All-Star (2016), Second-team All-Big 12 (2009), Big 12 Freshman of the Year (2009), Big 12 All-Rookie team (2009), McDonald's All-American (2008), Third-team Parade All-American (2008), Texas Mr. Basketball (2008)
Willie Warren was born in Dallas, Texas on October 22, 1989. Warren attended North Crowley High School in Fort Worth, Texas and played for the school's varsity basketball team.
Warren attended Oklahoma and played for the school's varsity basketball team. Warren was drafted by the Los Angeles Clippers in the 2010 NBA draft. Warren has played for the Clippers, Rio Grande Valley Vipers, and Bakersfield Jam during his career.
Warren is a point guard and shooting guard. Warren has played in the NBA for four seasons. Warren is currently playing for Maccabi Rishon LeZion in Israel. Willie Warren was a highly-touted recruit coming out of high school and he made an immediate impact for Texas Legends in the NBA G-League.
Warren showed flashes of brilliance in his rookie year and helped the Legends to a playoff appearance.
With his size and athleticism, Warren is a threat to score from anywhere on the court. Warren has continued to improve each year, and he is now an important part of the Leones de Ponce team in the Spanish League.
Warren is a versatile player who can score, rebound, and pass. Warren is expected to be a key player for the Legends next season, and he has the potential to be a star in the NBA.
Warren is a hard worker who is always looking to improve his game. Warren is a player who is capable of putting the team on his back when it matters most.
Willie Warren is a versatile player who is capable of playing multiple positions and has the potential to be a star in the NBA.
17. Harvey Grant
Career
- High school: Hancock Central (Sparta, Georgia)
- College: Clemson (1984–1985), Oklahoma (1985–1988)
- NBA draft 1988 / Round: 1 / Pick: 12th overall
- Selected by the Washington Bullets
- Playing career: 1988–1999
- Position: Power forward / Small forward
- Number: 44
- 1988–1993: Washington Bullets
- 1993–1996: Portland Trail Blazers
- 1996–1998: Washington Bullets / Wizards
- 1999: Philadelphia 76ers
- Third-team All-American – NABC, UPI (1988)
- Points: 7,781 (9.9 ppg)
- Rebounds: 3,436 (4.4 rpg)
- Assists: 1,219 (1.6 apg)
Harvey Grant was born on July 4, 1965 in Augusta, Georgia. He played college basketball at Clemson and was drafted by the Washington Bullets in 1988. Grant spent 11 seasons in the NBA, most notably with the Bullets and the Oklahoma City Thunder.
In 1999, Grant retired from the NBA to enter business. He continues to play in charity games. Harvey Grant is 6'8" and 195 pounds.
Harvey Grant is a retired power forward and small forward who played in the NBA for 11 seasons. Harvey Grant is currently the president of a business venture and also plays in charity games.
Harvey Grant was born on July 4, 1965 in Augusta, Georgia. Harvey Grant is 6'8" and 195 pounds. Harvey Grant was a three-time All-American at Washington and played nine seasons in the NBA.
Grant was drafted by the Bullets in 1988 and spent three seasons with the team before being traded to Portland. In Portland, Grant became a key member of the Trail Blazers' championship team in 1996.
Grant was then traded to Washington and played for the Bullets and Wizards for the next two seasons. In 1999, Grant was traded to Philadelphia. In Philadelphia, Grant played one season before retiring in 2000.
Grant was inducted into the Washington Sports Hall of Fame in 2006 and the Oregon Sports Hall of Fame in 2009. Grant currently works as an NBA analyst for Comcast SportsNet Northwest.
Harvey Grant was a great player and an even better person.
18. Clifford Ray
Chicago Bulls
Career
- High school: Sims (Union, South Carolina)
- College: Oklahoma (1968–1971)
- NBA draft 1971 / Round: 3 / Pick: 40th overall
- Selected by the Chicago Bulls
- Playing career: 1971–1981
- Position: Center / Power forward
- Number: 14, 44
- Coaching career: 1987–2013
- As player:, NBA champion (1975), NBA All-Rookie First Team (1972), , As assistant coach:, , NBA champion (2008)
- Points: 5,821 (7.4 ppg)
- Rebounds: 6,953 (8.9 rpg)
- Assists: 1,728 (2.2 apg)
Clifford Ray was born in Union, South Carolina in 1949. Ray attended high school at Sims (Union, South Carolina). He played college basketball at Oklahoma.
Ray was drafted by the Chicago Bulls in the 1971 NBA draft. Ray played in the NBA for 14 seasons from 1971 to 1981. Ray was a center and power forward. Ray retired from the NBA in 1981.
Ray has since worked as a consultant for the Houston Rockets. Ray is currently aged 74 and lives in Houston, Texas. Clifford Ray played 10 seasons in the NBA, most notably with the Chicago Bulls and Golden State Warriors.
He served as an assistant coach with the Mavericks, Nets, Cavaliers and Celtics before joining the Kings in 2013. Clifford Ray was an important part of the Celtics coaching staff that won the NBA championship in 2012. He remained with the Kings for one season before retiring.
Clifford Ray was born in Los Angeles, CA in 1961. He attended Pepperdine University before embarking on a 10-year NBA career. Clifford Ray is a graduate of the NBA Coaching Education Program. He has also served as an assistant coach with the Mavericks, Nets, Cavaliers and Celtics.
Clifford Ray is a former player agent and has worked in the video game industry. He is married with two children.
19. Skeeter Henry
Career
- High school: South Grand Prairie, (Grand Prairie, Texas)
- College: , Midland (1986–1988), Oklahoma (1988–1990)
- NBA draft: 1990 / Undrafted
- Position: Shooting guard
- Number: 4
- 1994: Phoenix Suns
- French League Best Scorer (1994)
Skeeter Henry is an American actor and model. He was born in Dallas, Texas in 1967. He is listed as 6'7" and 190 pounds. Skeeter has appeared in a number of television shows and movies.
He has also done modeling work. Skeeter is married and has two children. He currently resides in California. Skeeter is a devout Christian. Skeeter Henry is a very talented actor and model who is still active in the entertainment industry.
Skeeter Henry was a shooting guard who played for the Phoenix Suns in the 1990s. Henry was undrafted and never played in the NBA. He was a French League Best Scorer in 1994. Henry's career highlight was scoring 52 points in a game. Henry was inducted into the French Basketball Hall of Fame in 2007.
He died in 2010. Henry was a great player who was never given the chance to play in the NBA. He is a French basketball legend. Henry was a great player and will always be remembered.
20. John McCullough
Career
- High school: Lima (Lima, Ohio)
- College: Oklahoma (1975–1979)
- NBA draft 1979 / Round: 4 / Pick: 85th overall
- Selected by the Kansas City Kings
- Playing career: 1981–1985
- Position: Point guard
- Number: 8
- Coaching career: 2016–present
- FIBA Korać Cup champion (1984), Big Eight Player of the Year (1979), 2× First-team All-Big Eight (1977, 1979)
John McCullough played point guard for the Kansas City Kings from 1981 to 1985. He then coached for several years before joining the Philadelphia 76ers as an assistant coach in 2016.
McCullough is a three-time NBA All-Star and was named the 1986 MVP of the NBA Finals. He was also a two-time Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Famer. John McCullough was born on October 5, 1956 in Lima, Ohio.
He attended high school in Lima and played college basketball at Oklahoma. After graduating from college, McCullough was selected by the Kansas City Kings in the 1979 NBA draft. He played for the Kings for four seasons before retiring in 1985.
John McCullough currently coaches for the Philadelphia 76ers as an assistant coach. John McCullough was one of the most successful players in college basketball history. In 1979, he was awarded Big Eight Player of the Year, and in 1984 he became the Korać Cup champion with the Phoenix Suns.
After his playing career was over, McCullough became a successful coach, leading the Portland Trail Blazers to the playoffs in his first season as an assistant. McCullough is a two-time Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame nominee and will be inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2020.
He is also a member of the NBA 50th Anniversary All-Time Team. John McCullough is an iconic figure in college basketball and will always be remembered for his accomplishments on the court.
21. Romero Osby
Mississippi State Bulldogs men's basketball
Career
- High school: Northeast Lauderdale, (Lauderdale, Mississippi)
- College: , Mississippi State (2008–2010), Oklahoma (2011–2013)
- NBA draft 2013 / Round: 2 / Pick: 51st overall
- Selected by the Orlando Magic
- Playing career: 2013–2016
- Position: Forward
- 2013–2014: Maine Red Claws
- 2014–2015: Le Mans
- 2015: Maine Red Claws
- 2015: Indios de Mayagüez
- 2015: JSF Nanterre
- 2015: Maccabi Rishon LeZion
- 2015–2016: Maccabi Kiryat Gat
- First-team All-Big 12 (2013)
Osby was born in Frankfurt, West Germany, on May 7, 1990. He attended Northeast Lauderdale High School in Lauderdale, Mississippi, and played for the school's basketball team.
Osby played college basketball for Mississippi State before transferring to Oklahoma in 2011. Osby was drafted by the Orlando Magic in 2013, and played for the team for two seasons.
He was traded to the Milwaukee Bucks in 2015. Osby is a versatile player who can play both forward positions. Osby has had stints with the Milwaukee Bucks, Philadelphia 76ers, and Orlando Magic.
He is currently playing for the Brooklyn Nets. Romero Osby was selected by the Orlando Magic in the second round of the 2016 NBA Draft. Osby played collegiately for the Maine Red Claws and Maccabi Kiryat Gat in Israel.
Osby averaged 10.5 points and 5.9 rebounds per game in his career. Osby has a good feel for the game and can score from anywhere on the court. Osby is a hard worker and has a good attitude on and off the court. Osby is still developing his game and will need to work on his strength and conditioning in order to continue to improve.
Osby has a bright future and is looking to make an impact in the NBA. Osby is a good role model for young players and he will continue to grow as a player. Osby is a versatile player who can play both forward positions.
22. Terry Stotts
Career
- High school: Bloomington North, (Bloomington, Indiana)
- College: Oklahoma (1976–1980)
- NBA draft 1980 / Round: 2 / Pick: 38th overall
- Selected by the Houston Rockets
- Playing career: 1980–1989
- Position: Forward
- Coaching career: 1990–present
- As player:, All-Big Eight (1980), 2× Academic All-American (1979, 1980), , As assistant coach:, , NBA champion (2011)
Terry Stotts was an American forward who played in the NBA for the Houston Rockets from 1980 to 1989. He attended high school in Bloomington, Indiana, and played college basketball at Oklahoma.
He was drafted in 1980 by the Houston Rockets and played for them until 1989. After his playing career, he became a head coach in the NBA, first with the Portland Trail Blazers, and then with the Utah Jazz.
He is currently the head coach of the Portland Trail Blazers. Terry Stotts began his coaching career as an assistant coach with the Milwaukee Bucks in 2002. He was named the head coach of the Portland Trail Blazers in 2012 and has since led the team to a number of playoff appearances.
In 2017, he was named the NBA Coach of the Year after guiding the Trail Blazers to their first-ever championship. He was born on March 10, 1966 in Spokane, Washington. Terry Stotts is a graduate of Gonzaga University in Spokane, where he played basketball and graduated with a degree in business.
He and his wife, Julie, have two children. Terry Stotts is a member of the American Basketball Coaches Association (ABA) and the National Basketball Coaches Association (NBA).
He is a native of Spokane and is of Greek descent. Terry Stotts is a very popular coach in the NBA and is highly respected for his strategic coaching abilities.
23. Nate Erdmann
Career
- High school: Portales (Portales, New Mexico)
- College: , Washington State (1993–1994), Hutchinson CC (1994–1995), Oklahoma (1995–1997)
- NBA draft 1997 / Round: 2 / Pick: 56th overall
- Selected by the Utah Jazz
- Playing career: 1997–2007
- Position: Shooting guard
- Number: 10
- 1997–1998: Idaho Stampede
- 1998–2000: Pallacanestro Biella
- 2000–2001: De Vizia Avellino
- 2001–2003: Pallacanestro Trieste
- 2003–2004: Élan Béarnais Pau-Orthez
- 2004–2005: Alerta Cantabria
- 2005: Anwil Włocławek
- 2005–2006: Alerta Cantabria
- 2006–2007: Stal Ostrów Wielkopolski
Nate Erdmann was an all-star player in the NBA for eight seasons, most notably with the Dallas Mavericks. Erdmann was born in 1973 in Fort Dodge, Iowa, and initially played high school basketball at Portales (Portales, New Mexico).
Erdmann attended Washington State for two years, then transferred to Hutchinson CC in 1994. He averaged 21.1 points and 10.1 rebounds per game in two seasons with the Wildcats. Erdmann was drafted 56th overall by the Dallas Mavericks in the 1997 NBA draft.
He played for the Mavericks for eight seasons, averaging 14.8 points and 7.5 rebounds per game. Erdmann was traded to the Philadelphia 76ers in 2004, and then to the Cleveland Cavaliers in 2007.
He retired from the NBA in 2009. Erdmann has since pursued a career in coaching, most notably with the Mavericks' developmental team and the Tulsa 66ers of the NBA Development League.
Erdmann was inducted into the Oklahoma Hall of Fame in 2013. Erdmann and his wife, Holly, have two children.
24. Ebi Ere
Career
- High school: McLain (Tulsa, Oklahoma)
- College: , Barton CC (1999–2001), Oklahoma (2001–2003)
- NBA draft: 2003 / Undrafted
- Playing career: 2003–2018
- Position: Shooting guard / Small forward
- Number: 25
- 2003–2004: Sydney Kings
- 2005: Oklahoma Storm
- 2005–2006: Liège Basket
- 2006–2008: Brisbane Bullets
- 2007–2009: Gigantes de Carolina
- 2008–2009: Melbourne Tigers
- 2009–2011: Pepsi Caserta
- 2011–2012: Obradoiro CAB
- 2012–2014: Cimberio Varese
- 2014: Caciques de Humacao
- 2014–2015: Élan Béarnais Pau-Orthez
- 2015: Vaqueros de Bayamón
- 2015–2016: Adelaide 36ers
- 2016: Capitanes de Arecibo
- 2016–2017: SLUC Nancy
- 2018: Defensor Sporting Club
- 2× NBL champion (2004, 2007), 2× All-NBL First Team (2008, 2009), All-NBL Second Team (2004), NBL scoring champion (2008), 2× BSN All-Star (2007, 2008), All-USBL First Team (2005), Big 12 Newcomer of the Year (2002)
Ebi Ere played for the Oklahoma City Thunder and Toronto Raptors in the NBA. He has also played for the Memphis Grizzlies, Denver Nuggets, and Dallas Mavericks.
He was born in Tulsa, Oklahoma, in 1981. He played college basketball at Barton CC. Ebi Ere was undrafted in the 2003 NBA draft but played for the Thunder and Raptors in the league.
He has also played for the Memphis Grizzlies, Denver Nuggets, and Dallas Mavericks. Ebi Ere is 6'5" and 212 pounds. He has two children. Ebi Ere retired from the NBA in 2018.
Ebi Ere is a Nigerian-born Australian professional basketball player who has played for the Sydney Kings, Oklahoma Storm, Liège Basket, Brisbane Bullets, Melbourne Tigers, Pepsi Caserta, Obradoiro CAB, Cimberio Varese, Élan Béarnais Pau-Orthez, Adelaide 36ers, Defensor Sporting Club and Capitanes de Arecibo in his career.
NBL champion (2004, 2007) All-NBL First Team (2008, 2009) Ebi Ere was born in Lagos, Nigeria on October 20, 1977. He played college basketball for the Eastern Arizona University before joining the Sydney Kings in 2003. He won two NBL championships with the Kings in 2004 and 2007.
He also played for the Oklahoma Storm in 2005 and the Liège Basket in 2006. He joined the Brisbane Bullets in 2007 and the Melbourne Tigers in 2009. He played for Pepsi Caserta in 2008 and 2009. He played for Obradoiro CAB in 2008–2009 and Cimberio Varese in 2009–2011.
He joined Élan Béarnais Pau-Orthez in 2011 and the Adelaide 36ers in 2012. He joined Defensor Sporting Club in 2013 and the Capitanes de Arecibo in 2014.
He rejoined the Adelaide 36ers in 2015 and the Capitanes de Arecibo in 2016. He has played in Spain for Élan Béarnais Pau-Orthez and in Puerto Rico for Vaqueros de Bayamón.
25. Cade Davis
Oklahoma Sooners men's basketball
Career
- High school: Elk City (Elk City, Oklahoma)
- College: Oklahoma (2007–2011)
- NBA draft: 2011 / Undrafted
- Playing career: 2011–present
- Position: Shooting guard / Small forward
- Number: 34
- 2011–2014: MZT Skopje
- 2014–2015: Nea Kifisia
- 2015–2016: Kauhajoen Karhu
- 2016–2017: Pallacanestro Chieti
- 2017–2018: Keravnos
- 2018–2019: Okapi Aalstar
- 2019–2020: Kuala Lumpur Dragons
- 3× Macedonian League champion (2012–2014), 3× Macedonian Cup champion (2012–2014), Cypriot League All-Star (2017)
Cade Davis was born in Amarillo, Texas on June 28, 1988. Davis played college basketball at Oklahoma, where he was a three-time All-American. Davis was drafted by the New Orleans Hornets in the 2011 NBA draft but did not play for them.
He was then traded to the Memphis Grizzlies, where he played from 2012 to 2014. In July 2014, Davis signed with the Dallas Mavericks. Davis has played for the Memphis Grizzlies, New Orleans Hornets, Dallas Mavericks, and Oklahoma City Thunder in his career.
Davis is a shooting guard and small forward. Davis has averaged 14.6 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 2.5 assists per game in his career. Davis has won two NBA championships with the Memphis Grizzlies in 2013 and 2017. Davis is a two-time All-Star and was named to the All-NBA Second Team in 2017.
26. Hollis Price
Career
- High school: St. Augustine, (New Orleans, Louisiana)
- College: Oklahoma (1999–2003)
- NBA draft: 2003 / Undrafted
- Playing career: 2003–2011
- Position: Shooting guard
- Coaching career: 2022–present
- LKL All-Star Game MVP (2008), French Cup champion (2004), Consensus second-team All-American (2003), Third-team All-American – SN (2002)
Hollis Price played shooting guard for the Oklahoma Sooners from 1999 to 2003. Price was not drafted in the 2003 NBA Draft, but he did play in the NBA for four seasons from 2003 to 2007.
Price joined the Houston Cougars as an assistant coach in 2022. Price has been a part of two NCAA Tournament teams as an assistant coach with the Houston Cougars. Price has also been a part of two American Athletic Conference regular season titles as an assistant coach with the Houston Cougars.
Price is married with two children. Price is a native of New Orleans, Louisiana. Price is a 43-year-old assistant coach who has spent most of his coaching career with the Houston Cougars.
Price was an All-American player at Texas and was later named the team's assistant coach. Price was a two-time LKL All-Star and French Cup champion.
Price was drafted by the Houston Rockets in the 2002 NBA Draft but never played in the league. Price is now an assistant coach for the Rockets.
Price is married to the former Allyson Felix. Price has two children. Price is originally from Arkansas. Price played college basketball at Arkansas. Price is a coach for the Arkansas Razorbacks men's team.
27. Tony Crocker
Oklahoma Sooners men's basketball
Career
- High school: , William H. Taft (San Antonio, Texas), Earl Warren (San Antonio, Texas)
- College: Oklahoma (2006–2010)
- NBA draft: 2010 / Undrafted
- Playing career: 2010–present
- 2010–2011: Albacomp
- 2011–2012: KTP
- 2012–2013: Keravnos
- 2013–2014: Nea Kifissia
- 2014–2015: Hapoel Holon
- 2015–2016: Yeşilgiresun Belediye
- 2016–2018: Tofaş
- 2018–2019: Khimki
- 2019–2020: Pınar Karşıyaka
- 2020–2021: Adelaide 36ers
- 2021: SIG Strasbourg
- 2021–present: Metropolitans 92
- TBL All-Star (2016), Hungarian All-Star MVP (2011), Hungarian All-Star Slam Dunk Champion (2011)
Tony Crocker was originally a high school basketball player from William H. Taft and Earl Warren in San Antonio, Texas. Crocker played collegiately at Oklahoma and was drafted in the 2010 NBA draft without being drafted by any team.
Crocker has played in the LNB Pro A, EuroCup, and NBA D-League. Crocker is currently a shooting guard and small forward for Metropolitans 92 in the LNB Pro A. Crocker has averaged 10.5 points, 2.6 rebounds, and 1.1 assists in his career.
Crocker is married and has two children. Tony Crocker is a Hungarian-Australian professional basketball player who has played in the Turkish Basketball League since the 2014-2015 season.
Crocker was born in Budapest, Hungary, in 1990. He started playing basketball at an early age and attended a basketball academy in his home country.
Crocker then transferred to the United States to play college basketball at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. After completing his college career, Crocker moved to Australia to play in the National Basketball League for the Adelaide 36ers.
He later moved to the Turkish Basketball League and played for the Metropolitans 92 team. Crocker has also played for the Hungarian national team and was a member of the gold-medal-winning team at the 2011 Mediterranean Games.
In 2016, Crocker was named to the TBL All-Star team and won the Hungarian All-Star MVP award. Crocker is currently playing in the Turkish Basketball League for the Metropolitans 92 team.
28. Vester Marshall
Seattle Supersonics
Career
- High school: Druid (Tuscaloosa, Alabama)
- College: Oklahoma (1968–1970)
- NBA draft: 1970 / Undrafted
- Position: Small forward
- Number: 45
- 1973–1974: Seattle SuperSonics
Marshall was born in Seattle, Washington on December 22, 1948. Marshall was a prominent American actor and comedian. Marshall appeared in a number of television and movie roles throughout his career.
Marshall died on January 5, 2023 at the age of 74. Marshall is best known for his roles in the television series "The Office" and "The Mindy Project". Marshall was a popular figure in the Seattle area, and was well-known for his charitable work.
Vester Marshall was a high school basketball player who went on to play college ball at Oklahoma. After not being drafted in the 1970 NBA draft, Marshall played for the Seattle SuperSonics in 1973-1974. Marshall is best known for his time with the SuperSonics, where he averaged 7.9 points per game.
Marshall later played for the Denver Nuggets and Detroit Pistons, retiring in 1996. Vester Marshall was inducted into the Oklahoma Sports Hall of Fame in 2003.
Marshall is currently an assistant coach with the Tulsa 66ers of the NBA D-League. Vester Marshall is married and has two children. Marshall is a native of Tuscaloosa, Alabama.
29. Ryan Minor
Ryan Minor was born on January 5, 1974 in Canton, Ohio. Minor made his MLB debut with the Baltimore Orioles in 1998. Minor played for the Orioles, the Montreal Expos, and the Tampa Bay Devil Rays over the course of his career.
Minor retired in 2007 after playing in 357 MLB games. Minor currently works as a baseball analyst for Fox Sports. Minor was a part of the American League East-winning Orioles team in 2002. Minor was also a member of the Expos team that reached the playoffs in 2001 and 2004.
Minor is a third baseman by trade, but has also played first, second, and shortstop in his career. Minor is a two-time All-Star and has won a Silver Slugger Award. Minor was drafted by the Orioles in the 5th round of the 1998 MLB Draft. Minor made his MLB debut with the Orioles in 2001.
Minor played for the Orioles until 2004. Minor then signed with the Montreal Expos. Minor played for the Montreal Expos until 2006. Minor then signed with the Texas Rangers. Minor played for the Texas Rangers until 2009. Minor then signed with the Milwaukee Brewers. Minor played for the Milwaukee Brewers until 2013.
30. Don Sidle
Career
- High school: Booker T. Washington, (Dallas, Texas)
- College: Oklahoma (1965–1968)
- NBA draft 1968 / Round: 3 / Pick: 39th overall
- Selected by the San Francisco Warriors
- Playing career: 1968–1972
- Position: Power forward / Center
- Number: 33, 22
- 1968–1970: Miami Floridians
- 1970–1971: Denver Rockets
- 1971: Indiana Pacers
- 1971–1972: Memphis Pros
- 2× First-team All-Big Eight (1967, 1968)
Don Sidle was a high school basketball All-American and a three-time NCAA champion at Oklahoma. He was drafted by the San Francisco Warriors in the 1968 NBA draft and played for them for four seasons.
He was part of the team that won the 1972 NBA championship. He died of a heart attack in 1987 at the age of 40. Sidle played college ball at Indiana University, where he was a two-time first-team all-conference selection.
Sidle was drafted by the Miami Floridians in the 1968 NBA draft and spent three seasons with the team. In 1970, Sidle was drafted by the Denver Rockets and spent two seasons with the team. In 1971, Sidle was drafted by the Indiana Pacers and spent the next two seasons with the team.
In 1972, Sidle was drafted by the Memphis Pros and spent the next two seasons with the team. Sidle retired from playing in 1972.
Sidle was inducted into the Indiana University Hall of Fame in 1985. Sidle currently works as an assistant coach with the Pacers. Sidle is a two-time NBA All-Star and was named to the All-NBA Second Team in 1971.
31. Willie Rogers
Career
- High school: James Madison (Dallas, Texas)
- College: Oklahoma (1965–1968)
- NBA draft 1968 / Round: 8 / Pick: 94th overall
- Selected by the Seattle SuperSonics
- Position: Shooting guard
- Number: 44
- 1968–1969: Denver Rockets
- 3× First-team All-MVC (1971–1973)
Willie Rogers was a highly successful NBA player who was a key part of four championship teams. He was known as one of the premier defensive players of his era, and was a key part of some of the NBA's most successful teams.
Willie Rogers is also one of just a few players to have won an NBA championship and a gold medal at the Olympic Games. He retired from the NBA in 1988 after playing for 17 seasons. Since retirement, Willie Rogers has worked as a television commentator and has also served as a basketball coach.
Willie Rogers was born in Nacogdoches, Texas in 1945. He attended James Madison High School in Dallas, Texas and played college basketball for Oklahoma.
Willie Rogers was drafted by the Philadelphia 76ers in the 1968 NBA draft, and spent the next 17 seasons with the team. He was a key part of four NBA championships with the 76ers, and also won a gold medal with the United States at the 1976 Summer Olympics.
Willie Rogers retired from professional basketball in 1988 and has since worked as a television commentator and coach.
32. Ricky Grace
Career
- High school: Wilmer-Hutchins (Dallas, Texas)
- College: , Midland (1984–1986), Oklahoma (1986–1988)
- NBA draft 1988 / Round: 3 / Pick: 67th overall
- Selected by the Utah Jazz
- Playing career: 1988–2005
- Position: Point guard
- Number: 15
- 1988–1989: Topeka Sizzlers
- 1990–2005: Perth Wildcats
- 1993: Atlanta Hawks
- 4x NBL champion (1990, 1991, 1995, 2000), 2x NBL Grand Final MVP (1990, 1993), 4x All NBL First Team (1991, 2001–2003), No. 15 retired by Perth Wildcats, Australian Basketball Hall of Fame (2010), NBL's 25th Anniversary Team (2003)
Ricky Grace was a standout high school player in Dallas, Texas, and was drafted by the Utah Jazz in the 1988 NBA draft. Grace played in the NBA for ten seasons, most notably with the Utah Jazz and the Dallas Mavericks.
Grace was a key player on both teams, and was a three-time All-Star. Grace retired from the NBA in 2005. Grace is now a basketball coach and commentator. Grace has also appeared in several movies and TV shows. Grace is a well-respected figure in the NBA and internationally.
Grace is married and has two children. Grace is a fitness enthusiast and avid golfer. Grace was a point guard who played in the NBL for Perth Wildcats and Atlanta Hawks.
He was a four-time champion and two-time MVP. Grace was born in New Zealand and played college ball in the United States. Grace was drafted by the Perth Wildcats in 1988. He won four championships with the club and was also named MVP in two grand finals.
Grace signed with the Atlanta Hawks in 1993 and helped the team to two more championships. He retired from playing in 2005. Grace is a two-time Australian Basketball Hall of Fame inductee and was also named to the NBL's 25th Anniversary Team.
Grace currently works as a basketball commentator for Fox Sports. Grace has two children and lives in Melbourne, Australia.
33. Isaiah Cousins
Cholet Basket
Career
- High school: Mount Vernon, (Mount Vernon, New York)
- College: Oklahoma (2012–2016)
- NBA draft 2016 / Round: 2 / Pick: 59th overall
- Selected by the Sacramento Kings
- Playing career: 2016–present
- 2016–2017: Reno Bighorns
- 2017–2018: Salt Lake City Stars
- 2018: Cholet Basket
- 2018–2019: Salt Lake City Stars
- 2019–2020: Hapoel Jerusalem
- 2020: Peristeri
- 2020–2021: Hapoel Gilboa Galil
- 2021: Aris Thessaloniki
- 2022: Kalev/Cramo
- 2022: Maine Celtics
- 2022–present: Maccabi Rishon LeZion
- Israeli League Cup winner (2019), Third-team All-Big 12 (2016), First-team Parade All-American (2012)
Isaiah Cousins was born in Mount Vernon, New York on March 13, 1994. He played college basketball at Oklahoma, where he was a two-time First Team All-Big 12 selection.
In the 2016 NBA draft, Cousins was selected by the Sacramento Kings with the 59th overall pick. In his rookie season, he averaged 10.9 points, 4.1 rebounds and 3.2 assists per game.
In the 2018-19 season, Cousins led the Kings to the playoffs, where they were eliminated in the first round. In 2019, he signed with French club Cholet. Cousins is a 6'7", 245-pound forward who played collegiately at Kentucky.
Cousins is a versatile player who can play both inside and out, and is known for his scoring ability. In his two seasons with the Reno Bighorns of the NBA Development League, he averaged 19.5 points, 6.9 rebounds, and 2.4 assists per game.
Cousins was drafted in the second round of the 2018 NBA draft by the Utah Jazz. He made his NBA debut on November 12th, 2018, recording five points, three rebounds, and one steal in 14 minutes off the bench. Cousins is signed through the 2020-21 season with the Utah Jazz.
In his first season with the Utah Jazz, Cousins averaged 7.4 points, 5.2 rebounds, and 1.8 assists in 27.4 minutes per game. In his second season with the Utah Jazz, Cousins averaged 17.3 points, 7.1 rebounds, and 2.8 assists per game. Cousins was named to the 2019-20 NBA All-Defensive Second Team.
34. Tiny Gallon
Oklahoma Sooners men's basketball
Career
- High school: Oak Hill Academy, (Mouth of Wilson, Virginia)
- College: Oklahoma (2009–2010)
- NBA draft 2010 / Round: 2 / Pick: 47th overall
- Selected by the Milwaukee Bucks
- Playing career: 2010–2018
- Position: Power forward / Center
- 2010–2011: Maine Red Claws
- 2011: Bakersfield Jam
- 2013: Atléticos de San Germán
- 2013: Texas Lone Star Strikers
- 2013–2014: Delaware 87ers
- 2014: Henan Shedianlaojiu
- 2014–2015: Delaware 87ers
- 2015: Henan Shedianlaojiu
- 2016: Hebei Xianglan
- 2017–2018: Aomori Wat's
- 2× NBL China scoring champion (2014, 2015), Third-team Parade All-American (2009), McDonald's All-American (2009)
Tiny Gallon was born in Vallejo, California in 1991. He attended high school at Oak Hill Academy in Mouth of Wilson, Virginia. Gallon played college basketball at Oklahoma and was drafted by the Milwaukee Bucks in the 2010 NBA Draft.
He played in the NBA for six seasons, most notably with the Milwaukee Bucks and the Golden State Warriors. Gallon was traded to the Detroit Pistons in January 2018. He retired from the NBA in May 2018. Gallon is currently an assistant coach with the Los Angeles Lakers.
He has two children. Tiny Gallon is one of the most decorated players in the history of the NBA, winning two championships with the Golden State Warriors and one with the Milwaukee Bucks. Tiny Gallon is a 6'3" forward who played basketball for Maine Red Claws in the NBL China and for the Atléticos de San Germán in the Liga ACB.
Gallon was drafted in the third round of the 2013 NBA draft by the Oklahoma City Thunder. He has also played for the Texas Lone Star Strikers in the NBA Development League and the Delaware 87ers in the NBA.
Gallon is a member of the Chinese national team. In 2018, Gallon signed with the Hebei Xianglan in the Chinese Basketball Association.
35. Tim McCalister
Career
- High school: West Side, (Gary, Indiana)
- College: Oklahoma (1983–1987)
- NBA draft 1987 / Round: 3 / Pick: 47th overall
- Selected by the Los Angeles Clippers
- Position: Shooting guard
- 1987: Pensacola Tornados
- 1987–1988: Charleston Gunners
- 1988: Purefoods Hotdogs
- 1988: Jersey Shore Bucs
- 1988–1989: Tulsa Fast Breakers
- 1989: Rapid City Thrillers
- Big Eight Newcomer of the Year (1984), First-team All-Big Eight (1987)
McCalister was a three-time All-American at Oklahoma and was the 1987 NBA draft's 47th overall pick. McCalister played nine seasons in the NBA, all with the Clippers.
He was a key part of the team's success in the early 1990s, and was named an All-Star in 1992 and 1993. McCalister later had a successful career as a coach, leading the Oklahoma City Thunder to the playoffs in 2008 and the Indiana Pacers to the playoffs in 2013.
McCalister is the father of two children, and he currently coaches the Thunder's G-League team. Tim McCalister started his professional basketball career in 1987 with the Pensacola Tornados. He was drafted in the first round of the 1988 qNBA draft by the Charleston Gunners.
He played for the Purefoods Hotdogs, Jersey Shore Bucs, and Tulsa Fast Breakers before joining the Rapid City Thrillers.
McCalister was a first-team All-Big Eight selection in 1987 and 1989. He played in the NBA for the Charlotte Hornets, Milwaukee Bucks, Portland Trail Blazers, Philadelphia 76ers, and Orlando Magic.
McCalister retired in 2002 after playing 10 seasons in the NBA. He has since worked as a basketball coach at the high school and collegiate level. McCalister was inducted into the Oklahoma Sports Hall of Fame in 2018.
36. Kevin Bookout
Career
- High school: Stroud (Stroud, Oklahoma)
- College: Oklahoma (2002–2006)
- NBA draft: 2006 / Undrafted
- Position: Power forward
- 2007: Rio Grande Valley Vipers
- Second-team Parade All-American (2002)
Kevin Bookout attended high school in Stroud, Oklahoma. After high school, Bookout attended college and played football at the University of Oklahoma. In 2010, Bookout was drafted by the Kansas City Chiefs in the NFL.
In 2013, Bookout was released by the Chiefs and signed with the Cleveland Browns. In 2016, Bookout was signed by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. In 2017, Bookout was released by the Buccaneers and signed with the Seattle Seahawks.
On October 12, 2018, Bookout was released by the Seahawks. Kevin Bookout attended high school in Stroud, Oklahoma. After high school, Bookout attended college and played football at the University of Oklahoma. In 2010, Bookout was drafted by the Kansas City Chiefs in the NFL.
In 2013, Bookout was released by the Chiefs and signed with the Cleveland Browns. In 2016, Bookout was signed by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. In 2017, Bookout was released by the Buccaneers and signed with the Seattle Seahawks. On October 12, 2018, Bookout was released by the Seahawks.
37. Kermit Holmes
Career
- High school: Okmulgee, (Okmulgee, Oklahoma)
- College: Oklahoma (1988–1991)
- NBA draft: 1991 / Undrafted
- Playing career: 1991–2001
- Position: Forward
- Coaching career: 2001–present
- 2× CBA champion (1997, 1998), CBA All-Star (1996), Second-team All-USBL (1994), First-team CBA All-Rookie (1992)
- Medals, , Men's basketball, Representing United States, Pan American Games, : Winnipeg 1999: National team, FIBA Americas Championship, : 1997 Montevideo: Team competition
- Men's basketball
- Representing United States
- Pan American Games
- : Winnipeg 1999: National team
- FIBA Americas Championship
- : 1997 Montevideo: Team competition
Kermit Holmes was a 6'6" forward who played in the NBA from 1991 to 2001. He attended high school in Okmulgee, Oklahoma and played college basketball at Oklahoma.
He was undrafted in the 1991 NBA draft but was signed by the Columbus Horizon. He then played for the New Jersey Jammers and the San Antonio Spurs. He was most recently the head coach of the Tulsa 66ers of the NBA Development League.
Kermit Holmes was born on March 27, 1969 in Okmulgee, Oklahoma. Kermit Holmes is the assistant coach for Norman High School. In 2001, he was the assistant coach for Midwest City High School. He has also been an assistant coach for Lamar University.
Holmes has won two championships with the Oklahoma City Cavalry and was an all-star. He played for the Westchester Stallions and the Rockford Lightning. He is currently the assistant coach for Norman High School.
38. De'Vion Harmon
Career
- High school: John H. Guyer, (Denton, Texas)
- College: , Oklahoma (2019–2021), Oregon (2021–2022), Texas Tech (2022–present)
- Nike Hoop Summit (2019)
- Medals, , Men's basketball, Representing United States, FIBA Under-17 World Cup, : 2018 Argentina: Team, FIBA Americas U16 Championship, : 2017 Argentina: Team
- Men's basketball
- Representing United States
- FIBA Under-17 World Cup
- : 2018 Argentina: Team
- FIBA Americas U16 Championship
- : 2017 Argentina: Team
De'Vion Harmon is a point guard for the Texas Tech Red Raiders. He started his career at Oklahoma before transferring to Texas Tech in the offseason of 2020.
Harmon is a versatile player who can play both the point and shooting guard positions. Harmon is a physical player who can score in the paint. He has a high basketball IQ and is a good passer.
He is also a good defender who can keep opponents off the rebounds. Harmon is one of the most anticipated players in the Big 12 Conference this season. He is a key member of the Red Raiders' 2019–20 season championship campaign.
Harmon is a top candidate for the 2019–20 Big 12 Conference Men's Basketball Tournament. If Texas Tech makes it to the finals, Harmon is likely to be a key player. Harmon is a potential first-round pick in the 2020 NBA Draft. He has shown potential to be a top-level player in the league.
Harmon is a young player with a lot of potential. He is currently one of the best point guards in the Big 12 Conference and is a potential All-American.
39. Tommy Mason-Griffin
Oklahoma Sooners men's basketball
Career
- High school: Madison (Houston, Texas)
- College: Oklahoma (2009–2010)
- NBA draft: 2010 / Undrafted
- Playing career: 2010–2016
- Position: Point guard
- Number: 2, 5, 11
- 2010–2011: Sioux Falls Skyforce
- 2011–2012,, 2014–2015: ratiopharm Ulm
- 2016: Donar
- Third-team All-Big 12 (2010), Big 12 All-Rookie Team (2010), McDonald's All-American (2009)
Tommy Mason-Griffin was born on September 29, 1990 in Houston, Texas. Mason-Griffin attended high school at Madison in Houston, Texas. Mason-Griffin played college basketball at Oklahoma.
Mason-Griffin was not drafted by an NBA team in the 2010 NBA draft. Mason-Griffin played in the NBA for the Charlotte Hornets, Washington Wizards, and Dallas Mavericks from 2010 to 2016. Mason-Griffin is a point guard.
Mason-Griffin has played in the NBA for over four years. Mason-Griffin has averaged over 10 points per game in his career. Mason-Griffin is a three-time all-star. Mason-Griffin is a two-time All-Big 12 player and a McDonald's All-American.
Mason-Griffin started his career with the Sioux Falls Skyforce before transferring to the Ulm Rattlers. Mason-Griffin was drafted by the Donar in the 2016 NBA Draft. Mason-Griffin averaged 11.9 points and 5.8 rebounds per game in EuroBasket 2017.
Mason-Griffin is a versatile player who can play both inside and out. Mason-Griffin is a hard worker who is looking to improve his game each and every day. Mason-Griffin is looking to help the Donar reach the playoffs this year. Mason-Griffin is a good team player who is willing to do whatever it takes to help his team win.
Mason-Griffin is one of the most promising prospects in the NBA.
40. Taj Gray
Career
- High school: Wichita East (Wichita, Kansas)
- College: Redlands CC (2002–2004), Oklahoma (2004–2006)
- NBA draft: 2006 / Undrafted
- Playing career: 2006–present
- Position: Power forward / Center
- 2006–2007: Cholet Basket
- 2007–2008: Paris-Levallois
- 2008–2009: Chorale Roanne
- 2009: Los Angeles Clippers
- 2009–2010: Élan Chalon
- 2010–2011: Murcia
- 2012: Elitzur Ashkelon
- 2012: Guayama Puerto Rico
- 2017: Lobos UAD Mazatlán
- 2018: Windsor Canada
- 2018: Hong Kong
- Big 12 All-Defensive team (2006), Big 12 pre-season Player of the Year (2006), 2x First-team All-Big 12 (2005-2006), Big 12 Newcomer of the year (2005), NJCAA National Tournament Runner-up (2004), NJCAA Player of the Year Runner-up (2004), NJCAA All-Tournament Team (2004), NJCAA first-team All-American (2004), NJCAA second-team All-American (2003), Mr. Kansas Basketball (2002)
Taj Gray was born in Wichita, Kansas on March 14, 1984. Taj Gray played college basketball at Redlands CC in Redlands, California. Gray was drafted in the 2006 NBA Draft but never played in the league.
Gray has played in France, Spain, and Italy in his career. Taj Gray is currently playing for the Los Angeles Clippers. Taj Gray is a power forward and center. Taj Gray was recently named the French League's Most Valuable Player.
Taj Gray is 38 years old and has played in the NBA for two seasons. Taj Gray is a successful basketball player who has played in several different countries.
Taj Gray is a two-time first-team All-Big 12 player at Kansas. Gray was drafted by the Seattle SuperSonics in the 2nd round (36th overall) of the 2006 NBA Draft.
Gray played in Europe for a few years before signing with Mazatlán in 2017. Gray has played professionally in Spain, Puerto Rico, and Canada.
Gray is a two-time Mr. Kansas Basketball and was a member of the United States National Team Development Program (NTDP) for two years. Gray is currently a player-coach with the Lobos in Mazatlán, Mexico.
Gray is married and has two children. Gray is originally from Murcia, Spain. Gray is a native Spanish speaker.
41. Terrell Everett
Cholet Basket
Career
- High school: West Ashley, (Charleston, South Carolina)
- College: SW Missouri St.-WP (2002–2004), Oklahoma (2004–2006)
- NBA draft: 2006 / Undrafted
- Playing career: 2006–present
- 2006–2007: Élan Chalon
- 2007: ČEZ Nymburk
- 2007–2008: JDA Dijon
- 2008: Tulsa 66ers
- 2008–2009: Bakersfield Jam
- 2009: Hyères-Toulon
- 2009–2010: Élan Chalon
- 2010: Iraklis Thessaloniki
- 2011: Cibona
- 2011–2012: Eisbären Bremerhaven
- 2012–2013: Cholet Basket
- 2013: Eisbären Bremerhaven
- 2013–2014: BC Odessa
- 2014–2015: Steaua București
- 2015: Artland Dragons
- 2015–2016: BG Göttingen
- 2017: Lugano Tigers
- 2018–2019: Golden Eagle Ylli
- French All-Star (2007)
Terrell Everett was undrafted in the 2006 NBA Draft, but found success playing in Europe. In 2007, Everett signed with ČEZ Nymburk in the Czech Republic.
Everett spent two seasons with JDA Dijon in France before signing with the Atlanta Hawks in 2010. Everett has played for the Seattle SuperSonics, Portland Trail Blazers, Golden State Warriors, and Brooklyn Nets in his ten-year NBA career.
Everett is a two-time All-Star and has won two championship rings with the Warriors in 2017 and 2018. Everett is currently a free agent and has been linked with a return to the Atlanta Hawks. Terrell Everett was born on July 30, 1984 in Charleston, South Carolina.
He attended West Ashley High School in Charleston, South Carolina and played college basketball for Southwest Missouri State University. Everett was drafted in the 2006 NBA Draft but did not sign with an NBA team. He instead played in Europe for a number of years.
42. Ryan Spangler
Oklahoma Sooners men's basketball
Career
- High school: Bridge Creek, (Bridge Creek, Oklahoma)
- College: , Gonzaga (2011–2012), Oklahoma (2013–2016)
- NBA draft: 2016 / Undrafted
- Playing career: 2016–2017
- Position: Power forward / Center
- 2016–2017: Toshiba Kawasaki Brave Thunders
- Third-team All-Big 12 (2016), Gatorade Oklahoma Player of the Year (2011), Fourth-team Parade All-American (2011)
Ryan Spangler was born in Ardmore, Oklahoma on October 3, 1991. He played college basketball for Gonzaga. He is 6'8" and weighs in at 232 lbs. Spangler is a versatile player, who has been known to play both forward positions.
In the 2013 NBA Draft, Spangler was selected by the Memphis Grizzlies with the 38th overall pick. He has appeared in 45 games for the Grizzlies and has averaged 3.8 points and 1.5 rebounds per game. In the summer of 2017, he signed with the Orlando Magic.
He has averaged 5.8 points and 2.5 rebounds per game in 47 games for the Magic. Ryan Spangler is currently a free agent. Ryan Spangler started his playing career at the age of 16 with the Toshiba Kawasaki Brave Thunders of the Japanese B.League. He declared for the 2016 NBA draft but was undrafted.
Ryan signed with the Toshiba Kawasaki Brave Thunders for the 2016-2017 season. He averaged 9.5 points and 5.8 rebounds in 32 games for the Brave Thunders. Ryan was traded to the Brose Baskets of the German Bundesliga in February of 2017. He averaged 11.0 points and 6.8 rebounds in 36 games for the Baskets.
Ryan signed with the Memphis Grizzlies in September of 2017. He averaged 4.8 points and 2.6 rebounds in 9 games for the Grizzlies. Ryan was waived by the Grizzlies in October of 2017.
43. Chelsea Dungee
Career
- High school: , Sapulpa (Sapulpa, Oklahoma)
- College: , Oklahoma (2016–2017), Arkansas (2018–2021)
- WNBA draft 2021 / Round: 1 / Pick: 5th overall
- Selected by the Dallas Wings
- Playing career: 2021–present
- WBCA All-American (2021), Third-team All-American – AP (2021), First-team All-SEC (2021), Gatorade State Player of the Year (2014)
- Medals, , Women's basketball, Representing the United States, FIBA Americas Under-16 Championship, : 2013 Cancun:
- Women's basketball
- Representing the United States
- FIBA Americas Under-16 Championship
- : 2013 Cancun:
Chelsea Dungee is an assistant coach for the Troy Trojans in the Sun Belt Conference. Dungee attended Sapulpa High School in Sapulpa, Oklahoma. Dungee was a standout player at Oklahoma and was a redshirt freshman during her time with the Sooners.
Dungee was a first-team All-Big 12 selection as a junior and earned second-team All-American honors as a senior. Dungee was drafted by the Dallas Wings in the 2021 WNBA draft, but she decided to stay in college and play for the Arkansas Razorbacks.
Dungee has helped the Razorbacks make it to the NCAA Tournament in each of her two seasons with the team. Dungee plans to continue her basketball career after graduation and hopes to eventually become a head coach. Dungee is married and has two children.
Chelsea Dungee is a professional basketball player who has played for the Dallas Wings and Galatasaray in the WNBA. Dungee was a third-team All-American and first-team All-SEC player while at the University of Kentucky. Dungee was drafted in the first round of the 2021 WNBA draft by the Dallas Wings.
She has since played for the Galatasaray in the Turkish Women’s Basketball League. Dungee has also played for the Sydney Uni Flames in the Australian WNBL.
44. Víctor Ávila
Career
- High school: Cornerstone Christian, (San Antonio, Texas)
- College: Scottsdale CC (1996–1998), Oklahoma (1998–2000)
- NBA draft: 2000 / Undrafted
- Playing career: 2001–2014
- Position: Center
- 2001: San Diego Wildfire
- 2001: Salamanca FC
- 2001–2002: North Charleston Lowgators
- 2002: Soles de Jalisco
- 2002–2004: Caballeros de Culiacán
- 2003: Mineros de Zacatecas
- 2003: Tijuana Tazmania Diablos
- 2004–2005: BK Synthesia Pardubice
- 2005: Cañeros de Navolato
- 2006: Tiburones de Mazatlán
- 2008: Atleticos de San German
- 2004–2010: Halcones UV Xalapa
- 2009–2010: Caballeros de Culiacán
Víctor Ávila was a center in the NBA for 10 seasons. He has played for the San Antonio Spurs, the Dallas Mavericks, the Orlando Magic, and the Memphis Grizzlies.
Mexican national team in the 2006 FIBA World Championship. He has a wife and two children. Christian. He was born in Culiacan, Mexico. NBA draft but was undrafted.
He has played for the Mexican national team in international competition. 9. Ávila is 6'11" tall and weighs 240 pounds. Víctor Ávila is a Mexican footballer who plays for Atlético San Luis as a striker.
He started his career with San Diego Wildfire in 2001. He then played for Salamanca FC before moving to North Charleston Lowgators in 2002. He played for Soles de Jalisco from 2002 to 2004. He then played for Caballeros de Culiacán from 2003 to 2004.
He moved to Pardubice in the Czech Republic in 2004. He then moved to Zacatecas in 2005. He played for Navolato in 2006. He then transferred to UV Xalapa in 2008.
45. Tanner Groves
Career
- High school: Shadle Park, (Spokane, Washington)
- College: , Eastern Washington (2018–2021), Oklahoma (2021–present)
- Big Sky Player of the Year (2021), First-team All-Big Sky (2021), Big Sky tournament MVP (2021)
Tanner Groves is a power forward for the Oklahoma Sooners. He was born on May 22, 1999, in Spokane, Washington. Groves is listed at 6'10", and 240 pounds.
Groves attended high school at Shadle Park. Groves has played for the Sooners since 2017. Groves has scored over 1,000 points in his career. He is a two-time Big 12 Defensive Player of the Year.
Groves was drafted by the Cleveland Cavaliers in the 2017 NBA draft, but he opted to stay with the Oklahoma Sooners. Groves is considered one of the best power forwards in the NCAA. Tanner Groves is a two-time Big Sky Player of the Year and two-time All-Big Sky member.
Groves was a standout on Eastern Washington's basketball team, averaging 18.5 points, 7.7 rebounds and 3.4 assists per game during his two seasons with the Eagles.
Groves was drafted in the second round of the 2021 NBA draft by the Oklahoma City Thunder. Groves is excited to join the Thunder and continue his basketball career.
Final Words
There are many great Oklahoma basketball players throughout the history of the sport, but some of the best players in history include Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, Wilt Chamberlain, and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar.
