NBA Alumni

NBA Summer League 2025

Grind Session Alumni Shine Bright at 2025 NBA Summer League Las Vegas, NV The 2025 NBA 2K26 Summer League has wrapped up in Las Vegas, and the Grind Session once again cemented its place as a proving ground for future pros. With over 20 former Grind Session players participating across multiple...

Deandre Ayton is a Free Agent

Deandre Ayton Enters Free Agency: Former Grind Session Star and No. 1 Pick Looks Ahead After Portland Exit Former Grind Session standout and 2018 No. 1 overall NBA Draft pick Deandre Ayton is officially a free agent after a seven-year journey that has taken him from top high school prospect to one...

TRADE ALERT: Jalen Green Headed to Phoenix for a Fresh Start

Former Grind Session star Jalen Green is on the move. In one of the most talked-about offseason trades, Green has been dealt from the Houston Rockets to the Phoenix Suns, signaling a fresh chapter in the career of one of the NBA’s most electric young scorers. Green, the No. 2 overall pick in the...

TyTy Washington: From Grind Session Champion to Rising NBA Prospect

TyTy Washington Jr., a proud alumnus of AZ Compass Prep and the Grind Session, continues to carve his path toward NBA success with determination and flair. As the floor general for AZ Compass Prep, TyTy led his squad to the Grind Session Championship in his senior season, solidifying his place among...

Grind Session Alumni Spotlighted in 2025 NBA Playoffs Opening Weekend

The NBA Playoffs tipped off with intensity and excitement over the weekend, and several Grind Session alumni were front and center in the action. From breakout performances to tough losses and sideline decisions, former stars of the Grind Session showed the impact of elite high school preparation on...

Grind Session Alumni Shine in Opening Night of 2025 NBA SoFi Play-In Tournament

The 2025 NBA Playoffs officially tipped off Tuesday night with a doubleheader in the SoFi NBA Play-In Tournament, and several Grind Session alumni were in the spotlight as their teams fought to keep their championship dreams alive. Orlando Magic Dominate Hawks Behind Banchero and Carter Jr. The...

NBA Playoffs Tip Off: Grind Session Alumni Ready for the Big Stage

After an intense 82-game regular season, the NBA Playoffs are set to begin tomorrow with the SoFi NBA Play-In Tournament, kicking off what promises to be another unforgettable postseason. From April 15th to the Finals beginning on June 5th, all eyes will be on the hardwood as 20 teams begin their...

Fort Erie International’s Tristan Beckford Dominates All-Canadian Boys Game with MVP-Worthy Performance

Grind Session star and USF commit was also named All-Canadian Boys Player of the Year at halftime. What a weekend for the Grind Session’s Tristan Beckford Tristan Beckford on Instagram. The Fort Erie International forward led his team to victory at the CWENCH All Canadian Games, dropping a game-high...

Adem Bona: From Grind Session to the NBA

The Grind Session has produced a wealth of basketball talent, with many alumni going on to play at the collegiate and professional levels. One such standout is Adem Bona, who is currently in his rookie season with the Philadelphia 76ers and today is his 22nd birthday. Adem played two years of...

Milwaukee Bucks Crowned NBA Emirates Cup Champions

The Milwaukee Bucks secured a dominant 97-81 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder to win the 2024 NBA Emirates Cup, showcasing stellar performances from their star players and strong team cohesion throughout the tournament. This marks the Bucks' first NBA Cup championship, finishing with an...

Grind Session NBA Rookies Shine Opening Night

The 2024-25 NBA season tipped off with several Grind Session alumni making their debuts, showcasing the talent pipeline from this elite high school basketball circuit to the professional ranks. Yves Missi, the 1st-round selection of the New Orleans Pelicans in the 2024 NBA Draft, had an impressive...