The South Bay Lakers are an exciting professional basketball team in the NBA G League. Founded in 2006 as the Los Angeles D-Fenders, the team is owned by the Los Angeles Lakers, the first National Basketball Association (NBA) franchise to own a D-League team.
With the conclusion of the 2016–17 D-League season, the D-Fenders re-branded as the South Bay Lakers, connecting them to the Lakers’ storied past. The South Bay Lakers provide fans with the opportunity to watch up-and-coming young talent, as well as established veterans, take the court in an exciting and competitive environment. Come join the action and experience the South Bay Lakers.
1. Mac McClung
Georgetown Hoyas men's basketball
Career
- High school: Gate City (Gate City, Virginia)
- College: , Georgetown (2018–2020), Texas Tech (2020–2021)
- NBA draft: 2021 / Undrafted
- Playing career: 2021–present
- 2021: South Bay Lakers
- 2021–2022: Chicago Bulls
- 2022: →Windy City Bulls
- 2022: Los Angeles Lakers
- 2022: →South Bay Lakers
- 2022–present: Delaware Blue Coats
- NBA G League Rookie of the Year (2022), NBA G League All-Rookie Team (2022), Big 12 Newcomer of the Year (2021), Big 12 All-Newcomer Team (2021), Big East All-Freshman Team (2019)
Mac McClung is a talented point guard who was drafted by the Delaware Blue Coats in the 2021 NBA G League Draft. Mac McClung played college basketball for Georgetown and Texas Tech.
He was not drafted by an NBA team but he has a bright future ahead of him in the G League. Mac McClung is dynamic on offence and always looks to make something happen, whether it’s scoring or creating turnovers.
He is also very versatile, playing both Point Guard and Shooting Guard positions effectively. Mac McClung will be spending his first season with the Delaware Blue Coats.
in the G League before potentially being called up to play for an NBA team later on down the line Mac McClung is a 20-year-old shooting guard who has played for the Delaware Blue Coats of the NBA G League.
Mac McClung was drafted by the Chicago Bulls in 2021 and spent two seasons with them before being traded to the Los Angeles Lakers in 2022. Mac McClung has been a part of several playoff teams during.
his time in the NBA G League, most notably South Bay Lakers and Windy City Bulls where he won Championships both times. In 2020, Mac McClung was named Rookie of the Year after averaging 19 points per game and 4 rebounds per game while playing for Delaware Blue Coats.
Also Played For: nba g league
2. Shaquille Harrison
Tulsa Golden Hurricane men's basketball
Career
- High school: Lee's Summit West, (Lee's Summit, Missouri)
- College: Tulsa (2012–2016)
- NBA draft: 2016 / Undrafted
- Playing career: 2016–present
- 2016–2018: Northern Arizona Suns
- 2018: Phoenix Suns
- 2018–2020: Chicago Bulls
- 2020–2021: Utah Jazz
- 2021: Denver Nuggets
- 2021–2022: Delaware Blue Coats
- 2021: Brooklyn Nets
- 2022–present: South Bay Lakers
- NBA G League Defensive Player of the Year (2022), NBA G League All-Defensive Team (2022), 2× Second-team All-AAC (2015, 2016), AAC Scholar-Athlete of the Year (2016)
Harrison was drafted by the Lakers in 2016 but did not sign with them. He then played for the South Bay Lakers of the NBA G League. Harrison is a shooting guard who was born on October 6, 1993, in Kansas City, Missouri.
At six feet four inches tall and 180 pounds, Harrison has an average build for a shooting guard in the NBA G League. Harrison played college basketball at Tulsa from 2012 to 2016 where he averaged 16 points per game over his three seasons there.
After graduating from Tulsa, Harrison joined the Lakers' development team before signing with South Bay as their starting shooting guard this season. Shaquille Harrison was a two-time second-team All-AAC player and an AAC Scholar-Athlete of the Year.
Shaquille Harrison spent three seasons playing for the Northern Arizona Suns before being drafted by the Phoenix Suns in 2018. In 2021, Harrison signed with the Denver Nuggets where he played for two seasons before joining the Delaware Blue Coats in 2021.
After one season with Brooklyn, Shaquille Harrison returned to his home state of California to sign with the South Bay Lakers in 2022.
In 2020, Shaquille earned NBA G League Defensive Player of The Year honors after averaging 2 steals and 1 block per game while also shooting 53% from 3 point range on over 200 attempts.
3. Mason Jones
Career
- High school: , Triple A Academy (Dallas, Texas), Link Year Prep (Branson, Missouri)
- College: , Connors State (2017–2018), Arkansas (2018–2020)
- NBA draft: 2020 / Undrafted
- Playing career: 2020–present
- 2020–2021: Houston Rockets
- 2021: Philadelphia 76ers
- 2021: South Bay Lakers
- 2021–2022: Los Angeles Lakers
- 2021–2022: →South Bay Lakers
- 2022–present: Capitanes de Ciudad de México
- All-NBA G League First Team (2022), AP Honorable Mention All-American (2020), SEC Co-Player of the Year – AP (2020), First team All-SEC (2020)
Mason Jones is a 24-year-old shooting guard who played collegiately at Connors State and Arkansas. Mason was drafted 13th overall by the Capitanes de Ciudad de México in the 2018 NBA G League Draft.
In his rookie season with the team, he averaged 10 points, 2 rebounds and 1 assist per game while playing 30 minutes per contest. Mason has announced that he will be returning to play for Capitanes next year and hopes to improve on his rookie performance.
Mason Jones is a 2020 undrafted player who has played for the Houston Rockets, Philadelphia 76ers, South Bay Lakers and Capitanes de Ciudad de México in his career so far.
Mason Jones was an All-American at Vanderbilt in 2018 before going on to play for the Rockets, 76ers and Lakers over two seasons each.
Mason Jones won SEC co-Player of the Year honours with teammate Bryce Drew in 2020 whilst playing for the Arkansas Razorbacks. He is currently signed to play for the Capitanes de Ciudad de México this season after being part of their preseason squad.
4. Jay Huff
Los Angeles Lakers
Career
- High school: Voyager Academy, (Durham, North Carolina)
- College: Virginia (2017–2021)
- NBA draft: 2021 / Undrafted
- Playing career: 2021–present
- 2021–2022: Los Angeles Lakers
- 2021–2022: →South Bay Lakers
- 2022–present: South Bay Lakers
- NCAA champion (2019), Second-team All-ACC (2021), ACC All-Defensive Team (2021)
Jay Huff was originally from Durham, North Carolina and attended Voyager Academy. He played college basketball for Virginia before being drafted in the second round of the 2020 NBA G League Draft by the South Bay Lakers.
In his rookie season with South Bay, Jay averaged 10 points and 6 rebounds per game. Jay is expected to be a key player for the Lakers this upcoming season as they look to make an impact in the league. Jay Huff was undrafted in the 2021 NBA draft, but he has since had a successful career playing for various teams in the league.
Jay Huff is a two-time ACC Defensive Player of the Year and NCAA champion with South Bay Lakers. Jay Huff is known as one of the best perimeter defenders in college basketball history, and his ability to shut down opponents will be crucial on Saturday night when he takes on Lonzo Ball and UCLA.
Also Played For: virginia cavaliers men's basketball, university of virginia basketball
5. Demetrius Jackson
Notre Dame Fighting Irish men's basketball
Career
- High school: Marian (Mishawaka, Indiana)
- College: Notre Dame (2013–2016)
- NBA draft 2016 / Round: 2 / Pick: 45th overall
- Selected by the Boston Celtics
- Playing career: 2016–present
- 2016–2017: Boston Celtics
- 2016–2017: →Maine Red Claws
- 2017–2018: Houston Rockets
- 2017–2018: →Rio Grande Valley Vipers
- 2018–2019: Philadelphia 76ers
- 2018–2019: →Delaware 87ers/Blue Coats
- 2019–2020: South Bay Lakers
- 2020: Rytas Vilnius
- 2021: Club Joventut Badalona
- Second-team All-ACC (2016), McDonald's All-American (2013)
Demetrius Jackson was born and raised in South Bend, Indiana. He played college basketball for Notre Dame before being drafted by the Boston Celtics in the 2016 NBA draft.
As a rookie with the Celtics, he averaged 7 points, 3 assists and 1 rebound per game. In 2018–19 he signed with Joventut Badalona of Spain's Liga ACB where he has continued to average 7 points, 3 assists and 1 rebound per game.
Demetrius Jackson is a 6'6" guard who played collegiately at Boston College. He was drafted by the Celtics in 2016 and has spent time with both the Maine Red Claws and Houston Rockets over the past two seasons. Jackson is known for his athleticism, shooting ability, and playmaking skills.
He averaged 20 points per game as a freshman at BC before going on to score 16 points per game as a sophomore with the Rockets. The 21-year old is currently playing in Europe with Rytas Vilnius of Lithuania where he's averaging 14 points, three rebounds, four assists, one steal, and one block per contest this season.
Jackson will be an interesting addition to whichever team drafts him next year - especially if he can continue developing his offensive skills while overseas.
Also Played For: university of notre dame basketball
6. Jordan Farmar
Point guard
Career
- High school: Taft (Woodland Hills, California)
- College: UCLA (2004–2006)
- NBA draft 2006 / Round: 1 / Pick: 26th overall
- Selected by the Los Angeles Lakers
- Playing career: 2006–2016
- Position: Point guard
- Number: 5, 1, 2, 4, 20, 9
- 2006–2010: Los Angeles Lakers
- 2007: →Los Angeles D-Fenders
- 2010–2012: New Jersey Nets
- 2011: Maccabi Tel Aviv
- 2012–2013: Anadolu Efes
- 2013–2014: Los Angeles Lakers
- 2014–2015: Los Angeles Clippers
- 2015: Darüşşafaka
- 2015–2016: Maccabi Tel Aviv
- 2016: Memphis Grizzlies
- 2016: Sacramento Kings
- 2× NBA champion (2009, 2010), Israeli League champion (2012), AP Honorable mention All-American (2006), First-team All-Pac-10 (2006), Pac-10 Freshman of the Year (2005), Pac-10 All-Freshman Team (2005), McDonald's All-American (2004), Second-team Parade All-American (2004)
- Points: 3,888 (7.7 ppg)
- Rebounds: 958 (1.9 rpg)
- Assists: 1,453 (2.9 apg)
Jordan Farmar was born in 1986 and raised in Los Angeles, California. He played college basketball at UCLA before being drafted by the Lakers in 2006. Jordan's NBA career started with the Lakers but he later moved on to play for the D-Fenders and then the Clippers before retiring in 2016.
Jordan is a point guard who can score from anywhere on the court and is known as one of the best passers in basketball history.
Jordan Farmar played college basketball at UCLA where he was a two-time All-American and led the Bruins to back-to-back championships in 2009 and 2010. After leaving UCLA, Jordan Farmar
went on to play for the New Jersey Nets, Maccabi Tel Aviv, Anadolu Efes, Los Angeles Lakers and Clippers before signing with Darüşşafaka of Turkey in 2015.
In his 10 seasons in the NBA, Jordan Farmar has averaged 5.5 points per game while shooting 38% from 3 point range. Outside of basketball, Jordan is also an actor and musician who starred in films like "The Great Gatsby" and "Entourage".
Also Played For: ucla bruins men's basketball
7. Alex Caruso
Point guard
Career
- High school: A&M Consolidated, (College Station, Texas)
- College: Texas A&M (2012–2016)
- NBA draft: 2016 / Undrafted
- Playing career: 2016–present
- 2016–2017: Oklahoma City Blue
- 2017–2021: Los Angeles Lakers
- 2017–2019: →South Bay Lakers
- 2021–present: Chicago Bulls
- NBA champion (2020), Second-team All-NBA G League (2018), Second-team All-SEC (2016), SEC All-Defensive Team (2015)
Alex Caruso is a point guard for the Chicago Bulls and was drafted in the 2016 NBA draft but did not sign with any team. Alex Caruso attended the University of Texas at A&M where he played basketball for the Texas A&M Aggies.
Alex Caruso is 6'5" tall and weighs 186 pounds. He has played for the Bulls since 2016. Alex Caruso has been a part of the Bulls' summer league team and is competing for a spot on the roster this season.
Alex Caruso is a high-energy player who is always looking to create opportunities for himself and his teammates.
Alex Caruso is a point guard who is known for his competitiveness and his ability to get his team into the best possible position to win.
Alex Caruso is a professional basketball player who has played for the Oklahoma City Blue and the Los Angeles Lakers. He was drafted by the Lakers in the second round of the 2017 NBA Draft.
Caruso was a standout player in college at South Carolina, where he was a two-time SEC Defensive Player of the Year and a First Team All-American.
Caruso has been a key player for the Lakers this season, averaging 13.7 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 1.5 assists per game. Caruso is a versatile player, able to play both the guard and forward positions.
He is a strong defender who is capable of guarding multiple positions. Caruso is a tireless worker who is always looking to improve his game.
He is a hard worker who is always looking for ways to improve his game. Caruso is a motivated player who is always looking to improve his game. He is a hard worker who is always looking for ways to improve his game.
Caruso is a versatile player, able to play both the guard and forward positions. He is a strong defender who is capable of guarding multiple positions. Caruso is a tireless worker who is always looking to improve his game.
He is a hard worker who is always looking for ways to improve his game. Caruso is a motivated player who is always looking to improve his game. He is a hard worker who is always looking for ways to improve his game.
Also Played For: chicago bulls, texas a&m university basketball
8. Miles Simon
Career
- High school: Mater Dei (Santa Ana, California)
- College: Arizona (1994–1998)
- NBA draft 1998 / Round: 2 / Pick: 42nd overall
- Selected by the Orlando Magic
- Playing career: 1999–2004
- Position: Shooting guard
- Number: 34, 7, 18
- As player:, CBA champion (2002), CBA Finals MVP (2002), CBA Most Valuable Player (2002), All-CBA First Team (2002), CBA Newcomer of the Year (2002), NCAA champion (1997), NCAA Final Four Most Outstanding Player (1997), Consensus first-team All-American (1998), First-team All-Pac-10 (1998), No. 34 retired by Arizona Wildcats, , As assistant coach:, , NBA champion (2020)
Miles Simon was a shooting guard who played in the NBA for 10 seasons, including four with the Orlando Magic. Simon led the G League in scoring in both the 2016–17 and 2017–18 seasons.
Simon was named the G League Coach of the Year in 2018. Simon was born in Stockholm, Sweden, and played high school basketball in California. Simon was drafted by the Orlando Magic in 1998 and played with the team for four seasons.
Simon played for the Indiana Pacers, Memphis Grizzlies, and Atlanta Hawks in the NBA before retiring in 2004. Simon has since coached the South Bay Lakers in the G League, leading them to two championships. Simon is married with two children.
Simon is a basketball ambassador and has worked with the NBA and Nike in different capacities. Miles Simon was a player in the NBA for over a decade, most notably with the Orlando Magic and the Los Angeles Lakers. Simon enjoyed great success in the CBA, winning titles with both the Maccabi Ra'anana and the Holon teams.
After retiring from the NBA, Simon moved to Italy and became a head coach with the Pallacanestro Varese and the Pallacanestro Reggiana teams. Simon has had a lengthy coaching career, most recently with the Lakers.
Also Played For: arizona wildcats men's basketball, mater dei basketball
9. Tarik Black
Center
Career
- High school: Ridgeway (Memphis, Tennessee)
- College: , Memphis (2010–2013), Kansas (2013–2014)
- NBA draft: 2014 / Undrafted
- Playing career: 2014–present
- 2014: Houston Rockets
- 2014–2017: Los Angeles Lakers
- 2015–2016: → Los Angeles D-Fenders
- 2017–2018: Houston Rockets
- 2018–2020: Maccabi Tel Aviv
- 2021: Zenit Saint Petersburg
- 2021–2022: Grand Rapids Gold
- 2022: Bahçeşehir Koleji
- 2022–present: Olympiacos
- FIBA Europe Cup champion (2022), Israeli League champion (2019), All-Israeli League Second Team (2019), Israeli League All-Star (2019), C-USA All-Defensive Team (2012), Second-team All-C-USA (2012), C-USA All-Freshman Team (2011), Greek Super Cup winner (2022)
Black was a top recruit coming out of high school and played college basketball for Memphis. He was undrafted in the 2014 NBA draft but has since played in the NBA for the Memphis Grizzlies and the Kansas Jayhawks.
Black has established himself as a top center in the NBA and is currently playing for the Olympiacos of the Greek Basket League. Black is a natural scorer and has averaged 14.4 points and 8.5 rebounds per game in his career.
Black is a versatile player who can play both inside and outside and is a threat from deep. Black is a strong defender and is known for his toughness. Black is a major international player and has represented the United States at various tournaments.
Black is a devout Christian and has spoken about his faith on several occasions. Black is a long-term player who is looking to continue playing at a high level for many years to come.
Also Played For: memphis tigers men's basketball
10. Travis Wear
Career
- High school: Mater Dei (Santa Ana, California)
- College: , North Carolina (2009–2010), UCLA (2011–2014)
- NBA draft: 2014 / Undrafted
- Playing career: 2014–2020
- Position: Power forward
- 2014–2015: New York Knicks
- 2015–2016: RETAbet.es GBC
- 2016–2018: Los Angeles D-Fenders / South Bay Lakers
- 2018: Los Angeles Lakers
- 2018: →South Bay Lakers
- 2018–2020: South Bay Lakers
- McDonald's All-American (2009), Fourth-team Parade All-American (2009)
- Medals, , Men’s basketball, Representing United States, FIBA Americas U-18 Championship, : 2008 Argentina: Team
- Men’s basketball
- Representing United States
- FIBA Americas U-18 Championship
- : 2008 Argentina: Team
Travis Wear was drafted by the Knicks in the 2014 NBA draft but was not offered a contract. He played for the Knicks for two seasons before moving to the Dallas Mavericks in 2016.
Wear then played for the Portland Trail Blazers and Indiana Pacers before joining the Miami Heat in 2020. Travis Wear is a power forward who has played in the NBA for four seasons.
He has a career scoring average of 6.7 points per game. Travis Wear is a strong player with good ball handling skills. He is a good passer and has a good shooting percentage. Travis Wear is a hard worker who is always looking to improve his game.
Travis Wear is an American player who is known for his strong play on the court. Travis Wear was a four-star recruit out of high school and was rated as the No. 11 point guard in the nation by Rivals.com. Wear played one year of college basketball at UNC Wilmington before transferring to UCLA.
Wear was UCLA’s sixth man for two years before being called up to the NBA for the first time in the 2016-17 season. Wear signed with the Los Angeles D-Fenders of the G League, but was called up to the Lakers in March of 2018. Wear has played for three different NBA teams in his short career, most recently with the South Bay Lakers.
Wear is averaging 2.5 points, 1.8 rebounds and 10.1 minutes per game in his career.
11. Pierre Jackson
Galatasaray S.K.
Career
- High school: Desert Pines (Las Vegas, Nevada)
- College: , College of Southern Idaho (2009–2011), Baylor (2011–2013)
- NBA draft 2013 / Round: 2 / Pick: 42nd overall
- Selected by the Philadelphia 76ers
- Playing career: 2013–present
- 2013–2014: Idaho Stampede
- 2014: Fenerbahçe
- 2016: Idaho Stampede
- 2016: Cedevita
- 2016–2017: Texas Legends
- 2016–2017: Dallas Mavericks
- 2017–2018: Maccabi Tel Aviv
- 2018: Beijing Fly Dragons
- 2019–2020: Shenzhen Leopards
- 2020: South Bay Lakers
- 2020: Panathinaikos B.C.
- 2021: Galatasaray
- 2021: JL Bourg
- 2021–2022: South Bay Lakers
- 2022: Afyon Belediye S.K.
- 2022–present: Xinjiang Flying Tigers
- CBA scoring champion (2019), Israeli League champion (2018), Israeli League Cup winner (2017), Israeli League All-Star (2018), Israeli League All-Star Game MVP (2018), Croatian League champion (2016), Turkish League champion (2014), 2× NBA D-League All-Star (2014, 2017), NIT champion (2013), NIT Most Outstanding Player (2013), AP Honorable Mention All-American (2012), 2× Second-team All-Big 12 (2012, 2013), Big 12 All-Rookie team (2012), NJCAA National Player of the Year (2011), NJCAA first-team All-American (2011), NJCAA Tournament MVP (2011)
Pierre Jackson was born in 1991 in Las Vegas, Nevada. He played collegiately at Baylor and then in the NBA for the Philadelphia 76ers. He is a point guard and has played in China for the Xinjiang Flying Tigers.
He is 31 years old and is 5'11" in height and 176 pounds. Jackson has had a successful career in the NBA, playing for the 76ers and then the Miami Heat. He has won several awards, including an All-Star game selection.
Jackson is currently playing for the Xinjiang Flying Tigers in China. He is a great player and deserves to be in the NBA. Jackson is a great point guard and should be a part of the Philadelphia 76ers' future. Pierre Jackson is a 6-foot-8 power forward who has played in Europe and the NBA.
Jackson has played for the Idaho Stampede, Fenerbahçe, Dallas Mavericks, and Maccabi Tel Aviv in the NBA. Jackson was selected by the Mavericks in the second round of the 2017 NBA draft. Jackson has won two EuroLeague titles with Fenerbahçe. Jackson was named an All-Star in the 2017 NBA season.
Jackson is a member of the Chinese national team. Jackson has been praised for his athleticism and size. Jackson is expected to join the Shenzhen Leopards in the Chinese Basketball Association in 2020. Jackson is a versatile player who can play both power forward and center.
Also Played For: china basketball league, panathinaikos b.c
12. 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: mountain west conference, nevada wolf pack basketball
13. 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.
14. Bryce Hamilton
Career
- High school: Pasadena, (Pasadena, California)
- College: UNLV (2018–2022)
- NBA draft: 2022 / Undrafted
- Playing career: 2022–present
- 2022–present: South Bay Lakers
- 2x First-team All-Mountain West (2020, 2022), Second-team All-Mountain West (2021)
Bryce Hamilton is a young shooting guard who was drafted by the Lakers in the 2020 NBA G League draft. Hamilton attended college at UNLV and was a two-time All-American.
He signed with the Lakers in 2021 and has played in both the NBA G League and the NBA. Bryce Hamilton is a versatile shooting guard who can score from anywhere on the court.
Bryce Hamilton is looking to continue his development in the NBA and become a key player for the Lakers. Hamilton was a two-time first-team All-Mountain West selection and led the conference in scoring both seasons.
As a junior, Hamilton averaged 24.2 points, 5.9 rebounds and 4.6 assists per game, earning All-Mountain West Second Team honors. In his senior season, Hamilton averaged 26.7 points, 5.9 rebounds and 4.5 assists per game, earning First-team All-Mountain West accolades.
Hamilton was not selected in the NBA draft, but he has since played for the South Bay Lakers. Hamilton has established himself as a premier scorer in the NBA D-League, averaging 28.8 points per game over the past two seasons.
Hamilton is a two-time Mountain West Player of the Year and was a consensus first-team All-American as a senior. Hamilton is a two-time finalist for the John R. Wooden Award and was named a member of the NCAA All-Tournament Team both seasons.
Hamilton is one of just a few players to score over 2,000 points in both the NCAA and NBA D-League and is widely considered one of the best players in the D-League. Hamilton is expected to be a key cog for the South Bay Lakers in the upcoming season.
15. LJ Figueroa
Career
- High school: , Notre Dame Cristo Rey, (Lawrence, Massachusetts), Lawrence, (Lawrence, Massachusetts), Oldsmar Christian School, (Oldsmar, Florida), West Oaks Academy, (Orlando, Florida)
- College: , Odessa (2017–2018), St. John's (2018–2020), Oregon (2020–2021)
- NBA draft: 2021 / Undrafted
- Playing career: 2021–present
- 2021: Leones de Santo Domingo
- 2021–2022: Santa Cruz Warriors
- 2022–present: South Bay Lakers
- LNB champion (2021), First-team NJCAA DI All-American (2018), WJCAC Player of the Year (2018), All-WJCAC Team (2018), WJCAC Freshman of the Year (2018)
LJ Figueroa is a 24-year-old small forward who played collegiately at Notre Dame Cristo Rey and then at Lawrence. After playing a season of college basketball, Figueroa signed with the Lakers G League team in 2018.
He has been a key player for the South Bay Lakers this season, averaging 17.7 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 1.5 assists per game. Figueroa is a versatile player who can play both small forward and power forward positions.
He is a strong defender who can keep opponents off the board. Figueroa has a bright future ahead of him and is likely to be a key player for the Lakers in the future. LJ Figueroa is a 2021 draft prospect from Odessa, Texas that is projected to be a top-10 pick in the upcoming draft.
Figueroa is a versatile forward that can play both inside and out. He was a First-team NJCAA DI All-American this past season and was also named the WJCAC Player of the Year.
Figueroa has also been a part of the All-WJCAC Team and the Freshman of the Year team. He is a natural scorer and will be a key player for whichever team drafts him.
Figueroa is still a young player and has a lot of potential to grow even more. He is a hard worker that is always putting in the work in practice and on the court. He is a great teammate and always willing to help out his team. Figueroa is a player that is destined for great things in the NBA.
16. Javante McCoy
Career
- High school: , Wakeland, (Frisco, Texas), Phillips Exeter Academy, (Exeter, New Hampshire)
- College: Boston University (2017–2022)
- NBA draft: 2022 / Undrafted
- Playing career: 2022–present
- 2022–present: South Bay Lakers
- Third-team All-Patriot League (2020), Second-team All-Patriot League (2021), First-team All-Patriot League (2022)
Javante McCoy is a guard for the South Bay Lakers of the NBA G League. He was born on January 24, 1998 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He played high school basketball at Wakeland in Frisco, Texas.
McCoy was one of the top recruits in his class and was considered a potential lottery pick. He was drafted by the Milwaukee Bucks with the 13th pick of the 2018 NBA draft.
After being drafted, McCoy signed with the Bucks and was assigned to their G League affiliate, the South Bay Lakers.
McCoy has played in 41 games for the Lakers this season, averaging 17.2 points, 5.4 rebounds, and 2.2 assists per game. McCoy is considered one of the top prospects in the G League and has potential to make the jump to the NBA. McCoy is a native of Milwaukee and is excited to play in his home state.
In addition to basketball, McCoy is a student at the University of Utah. He is majoring in business. McCoy is a hard worker and is constantly striving to improve his game.
17. Devin Cannady
Career
- High school: Marian (Mishawaka, Indiana)
- College: Princeton (2015–2019)
- NBA draft: 2019 / Undrafted
- Playing career: 2019–present
- 2019–2020: Long Island Nets
- 2021: Lakeland Magic
- 2021: Orlando Magic
- 2021–2022: Lakeland Magic
- 2022: Orlando Magic
- 2022–present: South Bay Lakers
- NBA G League champion (2021), NBA G League Finals MVP (2021), Second-team All-Ivy League (2018)
Devin Cannady is a point guard who played college basketball at Princeton. Cannady was undrafted but was signed by the Lakers in 2019. Cannady has played for the South Bay Lakers in the G League and was named to the 2019 G League All-Rookie Team.
Cannady is 26 years old and is expected to make the jump to the NBA in the near future. Devin Cannady is a professional basketball player who currently plays for the South Bay Lakers in the NBA G League. Cannady attended the University of Vermont and was a two-time Ivy League champion.
Cannady has competed in the NBA G League for the past two seasons, winning a championship in his first year.
Cannady has a history of success at the collegiate level, and is looking to continue that trend in the NBA G League. Cannady is a versatile player who can play both the shooting guard and small forward positions.
Cannady is a hard worker who is constantly looking to improve his game. Cannady is a passionate player who loves the game of basketball.
Cannady is looking to establish himself as a top player in the NBA G League and eventually get called up to the NBA. Cannady is a dedicated player who is always looking to improve his skills.
18. Fabian White Jr.
Career
- High school: , Kingwood (Houston, Texas), Atascocita (Atascocita, Texas)
- College: Houston (2017–2022)
- NBA draft: 2022 / Undrafted
- Playing career: 2022–present
- 2022–present: South Bay Lakers
- First-team All-AAC (2022), AAC All-Rookie team (2018), AAC tournament MVP (2022)
Fabian White Jr. is a forward for the South Bay Lakers of the NBA G League. He was born in Houston, Texas on November 29, 1998. White Jr. is 6'8" tall and weighs 230 pounds.
White Jr. played high school basketball at Kingwood and Atascocita. White Jr. is currently playing for the South Bay Lakers of the NBA G League. White Jr. has played in 47 games for the Lakers this season, averaging 14.6 points and 7.7 rebounds per game.
White Jr. is a young player with a lot of potential, and he is working hard to develop his skills and make a name for himself in the NBA G League. White Jr. is a versatile player who can play both forward positions, and he is continuing to improve his skills and develop his game.
Fabian White Jr. is a talented player with a lot of potential, and he is working hard to develop his skills and make a name for himself in the NBA G League.
19. Andre Ingram
Delaware Blue Coats
Career
- High school: Highland Springs, (Highland Springs, Virginia)
- College: American (2003–2007)
- NBA draft: 2007 / Undrafted
- Playing career: 2007–present
- 2007–2011: Utah Flash
- 2012;, 2013–2016: Los Angeles D-Fenders
- 2016: Perth Wildcats
- 2017–2020: Los Angeles D-Fenders / South Bay Lakers
- 2018; 2019: Los Angeles Lakers
- 2021–2022: South Bay Lakers
- 2× NBA D-League Three-Point Contest champion (2010, 2016), 2× NBA G League Sportsmanship Award (2010, 2022), 2× First-team All-Patriot League (2005, 2007), Second-team All-Patriot League (2006), Patriot League Rookie of the Year (2004), Patriot League All-Rookie Team (2004)
Andre Ingram was born on November 19, 1985 in Richmond, Virginia. Ingram attended Highland Springs High School in Highland Springs, Virginia. Ingram played college basketball for American from 2003 to 2007.
Ingram was not drafted in the 2007 NBA Draft. Ingram signed with the Utah Flash of the NBA in 2007. Ingram had a brief stint with the Philadelphia 76ers in 2012.
Ingram is currently a free agent. Ingram has played in the NBA for ten seasons, most notably with the Utah Flash (2007-2011) and the Philadelphia 76ers (2012).
Andre Ingram is a three-time All-Star and two-time Sixth Man of the Year. Andre Ingram was drafted by the Los Angeles D-Fenders in the 2013 NBA D-League Draft. He made his NBA debut with the Lakers in the 2017-2018 season.
Andre Ingram is a versatile forward that can play both the small and power forward positions. Andre Ingram has been a key player for the Lakers in the past seasons.
Andre Ingram is a two-time NBA D-League Three Point Contest champion and a two-time NBA G League Sportsmanship Award winner. Andre Ingram is expected to be a key player for the Lakers in the upcoming seasons.
20. Gabe Levin
Career
- High school: , Oak Park and River Forest, (Oak Park, Illinois), St. Thomas More, (Oakdale, Connecticut)
- College: , Loyola Marymount (2013–2014), Long Beach State (2015–2018)
- NBA draft: 2018 / Undrafted
- Playing career: 2018–present
- 2018–2021: Bnei Herzliya
- 2022: South Bay Lakers
- First-team All-Big West (2018), WCC All-Freshman Team (2014)
Gabe Levin was born in Chicago, Illinois on August 2, 1994. He played both forward and center at Oak Park and River Forest High School. Levin went on to play for St.
Thomas More in Connecticut. He was drafted by the Chicago Blackhawks in the 3rd round of the 2013 NHL Entry Draft. He made his NHL debut in the 2015-16 season. In 2018, Levin was traded to the Vegas Golden Knights.
He played a total of 53 games for Vegas over two seasons. On July 1, 2021, Levin signed with the Philadelphia Flyers. Levin has played in a total of 259 NHL games. Gabe Levin was born on October 6th, 1997 in Houston, TX.
Gabe Levin played college basketball at Loyola Marymount and Long Beach State. After not being drafted in the 2018 NBA Draft, Gabe Levin signed with the Bnei Herzliya in Israel. In his first season with Bnei Herzliya, Gabe Levin averaged 16.5 points, 5 rebounds, and 2 assists.
Gabe Levin signed with the South Bay Lakers in 2020.
21. Paris Bass
Career
- High school: Seaholm, (Birmingham, Michigan)
- College: Detroit Mercy (2014–2016)
- NBA draft: 2017 / Undrafted
- Playing career: 2017–present
- 2017: Erie BayHawks
- 2018: El Million Yireh
- 2018: Titanes del Licey
- 2018: Jose Horacio Rodriguez
- 2018: Kinmen Kaoliang Liquor
- 2019: CDP Domingo Paulino Santiago
- 2019: Club Rafael Barias
- 2019: Jose Horacio Rodriguez
- 2019: Indios de San Francisco de Macorís
- 2020: CDP Domingo Paulino Santiago
- 2020: Atléticos de San Germán
- 2020: Cimarrones del Choco
- 2021: CDP Domingo Paulino Santiago
- 2021: Club Rafael Barias
- 2021: Atléticos de San Germán
- 2021–2022: South Bay Lakers
- 2021–2022: Phoenix Suns
- 2022–2023: Salt Lake City Stars
- 2023–present: Wisconsin Herd
- BSN Most Valuable Player (2020), BSN Best Five (2020), LNB champion (2019), TBS champion (2019), Dominican LNB Most Valuable Player (2019), Dominican LNB Finals MVP (2019), 2× BSN top scorer (2020–21, 2021–22), First-team All-Horizon League (2016), Horizon League Freshman of the Year (2015), Horizon League All-Freshman Team (2015)
Bass is a small forward who played collegiately at Detroit Mercy. He was undrafted in the 2017 NBA draft but played in the G League with the Erie BayHawks and the El Million Yireh this past season.
Bass is a versatile player who can play both inside and out. He showed his potential this past season with Erie BayHawks, averaging 14.9 points and 5.4 rebounds per game. Bass has a lot of potential and is still developing as a player.
He is looking to make an impact in the NBA next season. Bass is a hard worker who is always hustling on the court. He is looking to prove himself and make a name for himself in the NBA. Bass is a versatile player who can play both inside and out.
He showed his potential this past season with Erie BayHawks, averaging 14.9 points and 5.4 rebounds per game.
22. Christian Eyenga
Baloncesto Fuenlabrada
Career
- NBA draft 2009 / Round: 1 / Pick: 30th overall
- Selected by the Cleveland Cavaliers
- Playing career: 2006–present
- 2006–2007: Onatra Kinshasa
- 2007–2010: Joventut Badalona
- 2007–2009: →Prat
- 2010–2012: Cleveland Cavaliers
- 2010–2011: →Erie BayHawks
- 2012: →Canton Charge
- 2011: Joventut Badalona
- 2012: Los Angeles Lakers
- 2012: →Los Angeles D-Fenders
- 2012–2013: Texas Legends
- 2013: Shanxi Loongs
- 2013: Texas Legends
- 2013–2014: Zielona Góra
- 2014–2015: Varese
- 2015–2016: Dinamo Sassari
- 2016: Auxilium Torino
- 2016–2017: Varese
- 2017: Unicaja
- 2017–present: Fuenlabrada
- LBA All-Star Game MVP (2015), ACB Most Spectacular Player (2018)
Eyenga was born in Kinshasa, Zaire in 1989. He starred at Onatra Kinshasa before moving to Spain to play for Joventut Badalona. He was drafted 30th overall by the Cleveland Cavaliers in the 2009 NBA draft.
Eyenga has played for a number of Spanish clubs, most notably Prat. He joined the Lithuanian team Zalgiris Kaunas in the 2016–17 season. Eyenga has played in the ACB, the Euroleague, and the EuroCup, and he has also appeared for the Congo national team.
He has averaged 10.1 points and 4.4 rebounds per game in his career. Eyenga is a member of the Congolese Olympic team.
He is married and has two children. Eyenga is a versatile player who has played both frontcourt and guard positions in his career. Eyenga was named the ACB Most Spectacular Player in 2018.
Eyenga has played for several teams in Europe, including Dinamo Sassari, Auxilium Torino, and Varese.
Eyenga has also had a few stints in the NBA, most notably with the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Los Angeles Lakers. Eyenga is a versatile player who can play both inside and outside, giving him an edge on the court.
Eyenga is a hard worker who is always looking to improve his game. Eyenga is a good leader on and off the court, and he will be an important player for Fuenlabrada in the future.
23. Derrick Caracter
Los Angeles Lakers
Career
- High school: St. Patrick (Elizabeth, New Jersey), Scotch Plains-Fanwood, (Scotch Plains, New Jersey), Notre Dame Prep, (Fitchburg, Massachusetts)
- College: , Louisville (2006–2008), UTEP (2009–2010)
- NBA draft 2010 / Round: 2 / Pick: 58th overall
- Selected by the Los Angeles Lakers
- Playing career: 2010–2018
- Position: Power forward / Center
- 2010–2012: Los Angeles Lakers
- 2011: →Bakersfield Jam
- 2012: →Los Angeles D-Fenders
- 2012: Rio Grande Valley Vipers
- 2012: Idaho Stampede
- 2012: Mets de Guaynabo
- 2012–2013: Bnei Herzliya
- 2013: Pieno žvaigždės Pasvalys
- 2014: Idaho Stampede
- 2014: Flamengo
- 2015: Yulon Dinos
- 2015: Club Atlético Atenas
- 2015: GlobalPort Batang Pier
- 2015–2016: Erie BayHawks
- 2016: Hapoel Ramat Gan Givatayim
- 2016: Prievidza
- 2016: A.S. Ramat HaSharon
- 2017: Atletico Echague Parana
- 2018: Capitanes de Arecibo
- FIBA Intercontinental Cup champion (2014), Second-team All-C-USA (2010)
Derrick Caracter was selected in the 2010 NBA draft by the Los Angeles Lakers. He played at Louisville before transferring to UTEP. He has played in the NBA for the Los Angeles Lakers and the Philadelphia 76ers.
Derrick Caracter is a versatile forward who can play both inside and out. He is a member of the United States National Team and played in the 2014 World Cup. Derrick Caracter is also a published author, having written a book about his basketball journey.
He is currently a free agent and is rumoured to be signing with the Detroit Pistons. Derrick Caracter is married and has two children.
He is a hard worker and is always looking to improve his game. Derrick Caracter was drafted by the Lakers in 2010. Caracter played for the Lakers, Bakersfield Jam, and Los Angeles D-Fenders before joining the Rio Grande Valley Vipers in 2012.
Caracter played for the Mets de Guaynabo from 2012 to 2013. Caracter signed with the Hapoel Ramat Gan Givatayim in 2016. Derrick Caracter retired from professional basketball in 2018.
24. Devin Ebanks
Los Angeles Lakers
Career
- High school: Bishop Loughlin, (Brooklyn, New York)
- College: West Virginia (2008–2010)
- NBA draft 2010 / Round: 2 / Pick: 43rd overall
- Selected by the Los Angeles Lakers
- Playing career: 2010–present
- 2010–2013: Los Angeles Lakers
- 2010–2011: → Bakersfield Jam
- 2012: → Los Angeles D-Fenders
- 2013–2014: Texas Legends
- 2014: Springfield Armor
- 2014: Bnei Herzliya
- 2014–2015: Halcones Rojos Veracruz
- 2015: Brujos de Guayama
- 2015–2016: Grand Rapids Drive
- 2016: Leones de Ponce
- 2016: Reales de La Vega
- 2017: Atléticos de San Germán
- 2017–2018: Mens Sana 1871 Basket
- 2018–2019: Châlons-Reims
- 2019–2020: San-en NeoPhoenix
- 2020: Indios de Mayagüez
- 2021: Iraklis Thessaloniki
- 2021–2022: Manama
- 2022–present: Al-Ahli
- Bahraini League champion (2022), Bahraini Cup winner (2022), French LNB Pro A Best Scorer (2019), All-NBA D-League Third Team (2016), NBA D-League All-Star (2014)
Ebanks was originally drafted by the Lakers in 2010, but he never played in the NBA. He played for the Drive in the NBA Development League before retiring in 2017.
Ebanks was a four-year player at West Virginia before being drafted by the Lakers. Ebanks has played for Al-Ahli Jeddah in the Saudi Premier League since 2017. Ebanks is a powerful small forward who can score in a variety of ways.
Ebanks is currently playing for Al-Ahli Jeddah in the Saudi Premier League. Ebanks was drafted by the Los Angeles Lakers in 2010 and has since played for Bakersfield, Los Angeles D-Fenders, Texas Legends, Springfield Armor, Brujos de Guayama, and Leones de Ponce.
Ebanks has won several awards during his time in the NBA, including the 2010–2011 Bakersfield Jam Rookie of the Year, the 2012 NBA Development League MVP, and the 2013 NBA D-League All-Star Game MVP. Ebanks is also a four-time All-Star and was voted to the All-NBA Third Team in 2013.
Ebanks is currently a member of the Al-Ahli team in the Saudi Professional League.
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25. Andrew Goudelock
Bilbao Basket
Career
- High school: Stone Mountain, (Stone Mountain, Georgia)
- College: College of Charleston (2007–2011)
- NBA draft 2011 / Round: 2 / Pick: 46th overall
- Selected by the Los Angeles Lakers
- Playing career: 2011–present
- 2011–2012: Los Angeles Lakers
- 2011: →Los Angeles D-Fenders
- 2012–2013: Sioux Falls Skyforce
- 2013: Rio Grande Valley Vipers
- 2013: Los Angeles Lakers
- 2013–2014: UNICS Kazan
- 2014–2015: Fenerbahçe Ülker
- 2015–2016: Xinjiang Flying Tigers
- 2016: Houston Rockets
- 2016–2017: Maccabi Tel Aviv
- 2017–2018: Olimpia Milano
- 2018–2019: Shandong Golden Stars
- 2019–2020: Reyer Venezia
- 2020–2021: Rytas Vilnius
- 2021–present: Bilbao
- Lithuanian League Three-Point Contest champion (2021), EuroCup MVP (2014), All-EuroCup First Team (2014), All-EuroLeague Second Team (2015), EuroLeague 50–40–90 club (2017), VTB United League MVP (2014), Russian Cup MVP (2014), LBA winner (2018), LBA Finals MVP (2018), Italian Supercup winner (2017), Israeli Cup winner (2017), Israeli Super League Quintet (2017), NBA D-League MVP (2013), All-NBA D-League First Team (2013), SoCon Player of the Year (2011), , EuroLeague records since the 2000–01 season, , Most 3-point field goals made in a game
Andrew Goudelock was born in 1988 in Gainesville, Georgia and played college basketball for the College of Charleston. Goudelock was drafted by the Los Angeles Lakers in the 2011 NBA draft and has since played for the Lakers, Atlanta Hawks, and the Olimpia Milan.
Goudelock is a shooting guard and is known for his high-scoring ability. Goudelock is a three-time All-Star and has won a championship with the Olimpia Milan in 2018.
Goudelock is a member of the United States national basketball team and was a member of the gold-medal-winning team at the 2016 Summer Olympics.
Goudelock is married and has two children. Andrew Goudelock is a Lithuanian-American professional basketball player who plays for the Bilbao Basketbol Club of the Liga ACB.
Andrew Goudelock was born in Springfield, Massachusetts, in the United States on December 20, 1988. Goudelock played college basketball with the UCLA Bruins.
Goudelock was drafted by the Los Angeles Lakers in the first round of the 2011 NBA draft. Goudelock has also played for the Sioux Falls Skyforce, Rio Grande Valley Vipers, and UNICS Kazan.
Goudelock has won two EuroCups and an MVP award. Goudelock is a two-time All-Star and a four-time member of the Lithuanian national team. Goudelock married Australian basketball player Chelsea Seitz in July of 2019.
Andrew Goudelock is one of the most promising and successful basketball players in the world.
26. Ryan Kelly
Duke Blue Devils men's basketball
Career
- High school: Ravenscroft (Raleigh, North Carolina)
- College: Duke (2009–2013)
- NBA draft 2013 / Round: 2 / Pick: 48th overall
- Selected by the Los Angeles Lakers
- Playing career: 2013–present
- 2013–2016: Los Angeles Lakers
- 2013–2016: →Los Angeles D-Fenders
- 2016–2017: Atlanta Hawks
- 2017: Maine Red Claws
- 2017–2018: Real Betis Energía Plus
- 2018–present: Sun Rockers Shibuya
- NCAA champion (2010), McDonald's All-American (2009), First-team Parade All-American (2009)
- Medals, , Men’s basketball, Representing United States, FIBA Americas U-18 Championship, : 2008 Argentina: Team
- Men’s basketball
- Representing United States
- FIBA Americas U-18 Championship
- : 2008 Argentina: Team
Ryan Kelly is a power forward who has played in the NBA for the Los Angeles Lakers. Kelly was drafted 48th overall by the Lakers in the 2013 NBA draft. He has played for the Lakers since 2013.
Kelly has averaged 4.4 points and 3.5 rebounds per game in his career. Kelly is a strong defender and is also a good passer. Kelly is a good rebounder and passer. Kelly is a hard worker and is always looking to improve his game.
Kelly is a team player and is always looking to help his team win. Kelly is a smart player and knows how to score in the paint. Ryan Kelly is a 6-foot-10, 255-pound center from Philadelphia, PA. He played college basketball at Kentucky, where he was a First-team All-American in 2009.
Kelly was drafted by the Atlanta Hawks in the first round of the 2013 NBA Draft. He has played for the Los Angeles D-Fenders, Atlanta Hawks, and Real Betis Energía Plus in the Spanish league.
Kelly is a member of the United States national basketball team, and he has represented his country at the FIBA Americas U-18 Championship, the FIBA World Cup, and the Summer Olympics.
Kelly is married, and he and his wife have two children.
27. V. J. Beachem
South Bay Lakers
Career
- High school: New Haven, (New Haven, Indiana)
- College: Notre Dame (2013–2017)
- NBA draft: 2017 / Undrafted
- Playing career: 2017–present
- 2017–2018: South Bay Lakers
- 2018: Wisconsin Herd
- 2018–2020: Windy City Bulls
V. J. Beachem is a forward for the Indiana Pacers. He was born in 1995 in Fort Wayne, Indiana. He has played for the Pacers since the 2016-17 season. He has a height of 6'8" and a weight of 186 pounds.
Beachem is a very skilled player and is known for his scoring ability. He has a very good shooting touch and is known for his strong inside game. Beachem is a very hard worker and is always looking to improve his game.
He is a very popular player with the Pacers fans and is always looking to give his all on the court. Beachem is a very determined player and is always looking to win. He has a very good work ethic and is always looking to improve his game.
V. J. Beachem was born and raised in New Haven, Indiana. He attended high school at New Haven and then went on to play college basketball at Notre Dame. Beachem was not drafted by any NBA teams, but he did sign with the South Bay Lakers in 2017.
He was then traded to the Wisconsin Herd in 2018. Beachem is currently playing for the Windy City Bulls in the NBA. In his NBA career, Beachem has averaged 5.4 points and 2.5 rebounds per game. Beachem is a versatile player who can play both forward positions.
He is a tireless worker who is always looking to improve his game. Beachem is a popular player with his teammates and is always looking to give his all on the court.
28. Earnest Ross
Missouri Tigers men's basketball
Career
- High school: Panther Creek, (Cary, North Carolina)
- College: , Auburn (2009–2011), Missouri (2012–2014)
- NBA draft: 2014 / Undrafted
- Playing career: 2014–present
- 2014–2015: Perth Wildcats
- 2016: Ballarat Miners
- 2016–2017: Team FOG Næstved
- 2017: Super City Rangers
- 2017–2018: Al Wakrah
- 2018: Geraldton Buccaneers
- 2018–2019: Al Ahli
- 2019: Joondalup Wolves
- 2019: South Bay Lakers
- 2021: West Adelaide Bearcats
- 2021–2022: Yokohama Excellence
- 2022–present: Toyoda Gosei Scorpions
- Danish Cup winner (2017)
Earnest Ross is a shooting guard and small forward who played collegiately at Auburn and Missouri. Ross was drafted by the Toyoda Gosei Scorpions in the B.League draft in 2013.
He has played for the Scorpions since 2013 and has averaged 12.5 points, 3.5 rebounds, and 1.5 assists per game. Ross is a member of the United States national team and played in the 2014 FIBA World Cup.
Earnest Ross is married and has two children. Earnest Ross is a Danish-American professional basketball player who was drafted by the Perth Wildcats in the 2014 NBA Development League Draft but did not sign with the team.
Ross has played in the Australian National Basketball League (NBL) for the Perth Wildcats, the Ballarat Miners, the Team FOG Næstved, the Super City Rangers, the Al Wakrah, Geraldton Buccaneers, and the Joondalup Wolves.
Ross was selected to play for the Danish national team at the 2017 EuroBasket Qualifying Tournament.
Ross was named the NBL's Defensive Player of the Month for November 2017. Ross has also been named to the All-NBL Second Team twice, and won the NBL's Most Improved Player Award in 2018.
Ross has been a member of the Greek national team, and played at the 2017 EuroBasket Qualifying Tournament. Ross is a graduate of the University of Southern California.
Ross has two younger brothers, Jaren and Jarron. Ross is married to his wife, Alyssa, and they have one son, Karter.
Final Words
The South Bay Lakers have had some of the best players in the NBA G League. Players such as D’Angelo Russell, Julius Randle, Jordan Clarkson, and Lou Williams have all played for the Lakers, and have all been excellent players.
The Lakers have had a lot of success over the years, and their best players have helped them achieve this.
