The NBA G League Elite Camp will take place from May 9 to 11 at Wintrust Arena in Chicago, Illinois. Through this event, NBA draft prospects will showcase their talents and skills to prospective coaches and team executives, aiming to prove they are NBA-worthy.
After the event, standout performers will be invited to participate in the 2025 NBA Draft Combine, where each player’s performance will highlight their strengths, weaknesses, and how they might fit with a prospective team.
Top 10 NCAA Prospects Invited To The NBA’s G League Elite Camp
Several players have received invitations to the NBA G League Elite Camp. Below are the top 10.
St. John’s guard Kadary Richmond and new ASU transfer Joson Sanon were two of the invitees to the NBA’s G League Elite Camp #sjubb
Camp will take place 5/9-11 at Wintrust Arena. Standouts will be invited to participate in the 2025 NBA Draft Combine following that event. pic.twitter.com/EEyRaz8SVz
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Kadary Richmond
This 6’6” shooting guard currently plays for the St. John’s Red Storm, where he averaged 12.4 points, 6.4 rebounds, and 5.3 assists per game. He had a solid run playing for two teams before joining the Red Storm and has proven himself a skilled playmaker and rebounder.
Potential landing spots include the Chicago Bulls, Minnesota Timberwolves, and Golden State Warriors.
Jason Sanon
Having played as a shooting guard for Arizona State University during the 2024–2025 season, Sanon announced on March 26 that he might play under head coach Rick Pitino at St. John’s.
However, with his invitation to the NBA G League Elite Camp, that decision could change. Last season, Sanon averaged 11.9 points, 3.4 rebounds, and 1.0 assist per game. With his quick pace and agility, he has great potential.
Ryan Nembhard
Nembhard is a skilled point guard known for effortlessly creating plays and scoring opportunities for his teammates. As a player for the Gonzaga Bulldogs, he averaged 12.5 points, 3.0 rebounds, and 9.8 assists. His excellence earned him a spot on the Bob Cousy Award watch list.
Tamar Bates
Bates is a true Missouri native, both by birth and basketball journey. As a guard for the Missouri Tigers last season, he averaged 13.3 points, 2.6 rebounds, and 1.0 assists per game. Before transferring, he made a name for himself with the Hoosiers. With his strong shooting ability and scoring prowess, he could be a valuable asset to any NBA team.
Caleb Grill
Grill has consistently demonstrated his three-point shooting skills, with a career 34.2% average from beyond the arc. With a strong family background in basketball, he averaged 13.7 points, 3.6 rebounds, and 1.1 assists last season. Teams like the Kentucky Wildcats and Tennessee Volunteers may be interested in his talents.
Amari Williams
Williams, a British basketball player, plays center for the Kentucky Wildcats. He averaged 10.9 points, 8.5 rebounds, and 3.2 assists in the 2024–2025 season. He has also represented Great Britain at the U16, U18, and U20 levels in international competition.
Arthur Kaluma
Kaluma, a Ugandan-American forward for the Texas Longhorns, briefly entered the transfer portal at the start of the 2023–2024 season but ultimately stayed. In 2024–2025, he averaged 12.3 points, 7.5 rebounds, and 1.8 assists, showcasing quick transitions and strong defensive skills.
Dawson Garcia
Despite personal challenges, Garcia has consistently contributed to his teams. After three seasons with Minnesota, he has averaged 15.5 points, 6.7 rebounds, and 1.5 assists in his career. His scoring ability makes him a strong NBA prospect.
Jackson Moni
The 6’10” forward from North Dakota State has been said to be one of the best players in his conference during the 2024–2025 season, averaging 20.5 points, 5.7 rebounds, and 3.7 assists. Although he is a young player, he has proven to be full of potential.
R.J. Davis
With a number of awards and honors to his name, including the 2024 ACC Player of the Year and the Jerry West Award, any NBA team would feel Davis’s impact on their roster. The 6’0” North Carolina Tar Heels guard averaged 17.2 points, 3.4 rebounds, and 3.6 assists per game in the 2024–2025 season.
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Alongside other standout players from their respective teams, the NBA G League Elite Camp and the subsequent NBA Draft Combine will serve as battle grounds for the best of the best NCAA prospects.
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