NBA Summer League Recap: A look at the former IU basketball players

The NBA Summer League concluded with five former Indiana University (IU) basketball players from the Mike Woodson era participating for various NBA teams. Two players were first-round draft picks, while the other three were undrafted free agents.

Jalen Hood-Schifino (Drafted 2023, Los Angeles Lakers): * **NBA 2K26 Summer League (Vegas):** Played 2 games, averaging 14.3 minutes and over 2.0 turnovers per game. Did not score. * **California Classic (Philadelphia 76ers):** Did Not Play. * **Salt Lake City Summer League:** Played 3 games, averaging 10.0 points, 5.7 assists, and 1.7 rebounds. Shot 46.2% from the field and 25.0% from three-point range. * **Context:** Hood-Schifino, the former Big Ten Freshman of the Year, is with his third NBA team (Lakers, Jazz, 76ers). He signed with the 76ers late last season and showed positive signs. His ability to secure a firm roster spot with the 76ers remains to be seen.

Kel'el Ware (Drafted 2024, Miami Heat): * **NBA 2K26 Summer League (Vegas):** Played 3 games, averaging 17.3 points, 10.0 rebounds, and 1.7 blocks. Shot 52.6% from the field and 62.5% from three-point range. * **California Classic:** Played 2 games, averaging 13.0 points, 5.0 rebounds, and 2.0 blocks. Shot 37.5% from the field and 12.5% from three-point range.

Three additional undrafted former IU players also participated in the NBA Summer League, but specific stats for them were not provided in the content.