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Antoine Davis (born October 3, 1998) is an American professional basketball player for the Stockton Kings of the NBA G League. He played college basketball for the Detroit Mercy Titans. He was twice named the Horizon League Player of the Year, a five-time All-Horizon League First Team selection, and finished his career as NCAA Division I's second all-time leading scorer with 3,664 points and all-time three-point shot maker.

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Early life

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Davis was born in Bloomington, Indiana, where his father, Mike Davis, was a member of the Indiana Hoosiers basketball coaching staff under Bob Knight.[1] He started training for basketball at age 12 and worked with well-known coach John Lucas II in Houston, Texas.[2] In part to continue his partnership with Lucas, he was homeschooled from seventh grade through high school and played basketball for Houston Homeschool Athletics (aka HHA Mavericks, fka SATCH Mavericks), a private homeschool support organization based in Houston.[3][4] Davis played for Houston Hoops on the Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) circuit and averaged 23 points per game as a senior for HHA.[5] A consensus three-star recruit, he was considered undersized, at 6 feet 1 inch (1.85 m) and 150 pounds (68 kg), and did not receive offers from any major NCAA Division I programs.[6] After originally signing with Houston, Davis walked on to Detroit Mercy, where his father had been appointed head coach.[1]

College career

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Davis scored 32 points in his debut for Detroit Mercy against Western Michigan. He had 42 points against Loyola (MD) several weeks later, setting a Detroit freshman record.[2] Davis scored 48 points in a win over Wright State, hitting 10-of-15 three-pointers. In the season finale, Davis scored 30 points versus Northern Kentucky, and the Titans finished 11–20. Davis finished the season with 132 three-pointers, surpassing the NCAA freshman record of 122 set by Stephen Curry. He became the first freshman to be named to the First Team All-Horizon League team since Gordon Hayward.[3] Davis had 23 games in which he scored 20 or more points, and his 784 points was one behind Rashad Phillips' single-season school record 785 points in the 2000–01 season.[7] Davis was the third-leading scorer in NCAA Division I with 26.1 points per game, to go with 3.1 rebounds and 3.6 assists per game.[8]

On February 29, 2020, Davis scored a season-high 43 points including two clinching free throws with 5.3 seconds remaining in a 90–88 victory over IUPUI.[9] Davis was named to the First Team All-Horizon League at the conclusion of the regular season.[10] He led the league in scoring with 24.3 points per game while also averaged 4.5 assists per game.[11]

Davis passed the 2,000 career point mark on February 25, 2021, in a semifinal Horizon League tournament game against Robert Morris. Davis scored 46 points, three shy of the school's single-game scoring mark, while connecting on 10 three-pointers.[12]

Davis was named the 2022 Horizon League co-Player of the Year alongside Jamal Cain of Oakland. Davis also became the first player in Horizon League history to be named to the First Team All-Conference in four straight seasons.[13] After that season, he entered the NCAA transfer portal, signaling an intent to explore other options for his final season of athletic eligibility.[a][14] However, he remained open to returning to UDM for his final season, listing it as one of his five finalists on April 24.[15] On May 9, he announced that he was returning to UDM.[16]

During his final season at UDM in 2022–23, he reached several statistical milestones. First, on December 1, 2022, he became the Horizon League's all-time leading scorer, passing Alfredrick Hughes of Loyola Chicago.[17] Nine days later, Davis became the 11th Division I men's player with 3,000 career points.[18] Davis' next milestone came on January 14, 2023, when he passed Wofford's Fletcher Magee for the most career three-pointers in D-I men's history.[19] Davis has since moved into second place on the all-time D-I men's scoring list behind LSU great Pete Maravich, passing Portland State's Freeman Williams on January 21, 2023.[20] On February 27, 2023, Davis repeated as the Horizon League Player of the Year. In the process he became the first player in league history to be named to the all-league first team five times.[21] Davis finished his career with 3,664 points, three points shy of the all-time scoring record held by Maravich.[22]

Professional career

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Rip City Remix (2023–2024)

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After going undrafted in the 2023 NBA draft, Davis joined the Portland Trail Blazers for the 2023 NBA Summer League[23] and on October 2, 2023, he signed with them.[24] However, he was waived on October 10[25] and on October 30, he joined the Rip City Remix of the NBA G League.[26]

Stockton Kings (2024–present)

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On October 18, 2024, Davis signed with the Sacramento Kings,[27] but was waived that day.[28] On October 27, he joined the Stockton Kings.[29]

Career statistics

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Legend
  GP Games played   GS  Games started  MPG  Minutes per game
 FG%  Field goal percentage  3P%  3-point field goal percentage  FT%  Free throw percentage
 RPG  Rebounds per game  APG  Assists per game  SPG  Steals per game
 BPG  Blocks per game  PPG  Points per game  Bold  Career high
* Led NCAA Division I

College

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Year Team GP GS MPG FG% 3P% FT% RPG APG SPG BPG PPG
2018–19 Detroit Mercy 30 29 37.4 .400 .380 .857 3.1 3.6 .9 .0 26.1
2019–20 Detroit Mercy 30 30 36.7 .380 .324 .901 3.1 4.5 1.7 .1 24.3
2020–21 Detroit Mercy 22 22 38.5 .424 .372 .917 2.9 4.8 1.5 .0 24.0
2021–22 Detroit Mercy 29 29 37.0 .429 .379 .882 3.6 4.4 1.0 .0 23.9
2022–23 Detroit Mercy 33 33 37.4 .414 .412 .907 3.0 3.6 1.2 .1 28.2*
Career 144 143 37.3 .408 .375 .892 3.2 4.1 1.3 .0 25.4

Personal life

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Davis' father, Mike Davis, is the previous head basketball coach at Detroit Mercy. Mike has coached various NCAA Division I teams, including Indiana, where he was an assistant to legendary coach Bob Knight before succeeding him.[30] Davis' older brother, Mike Davis Jr., is an assistant coach for Detroit Mercy.[31]

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from Grokipedia
Antoine Davis (born October 3, 1998) is an American professional basketball player who serves as a guard for the Stockton Kings of the NBA G League, the affiliate of the Sacramento Kings. Renowned as one of the most prolific scorers in college basketball history, Davis played five seasons for the University of Detroit Mercy Titans from 2018 to 2023, amassing 3,664 points to finish second on the NCAA Division I all-time scoring list, just three points shy of Pete Maravich's record of 3,667. During his collegiate tenure, he also established the NCAA record for career three-pointers made with 588 and became the only player with 144 consecutive double-figure scoring games. A 6-foot-1 guard known for his sharpshooting and scoring versatility, Davis earned Horizon League Player of the Year honors twice (co-winner in 2022 and outright in 2023), five First-Team All-Horizon League selections, and the league's Freshman of the Year award in 2019. The son of former and Detroit Mercy head coach Mike Davis, Antoine began his basketball journey in , Texas, where he was a three-star recruit ranked among the top prospects in the state before decommitting from the to join his father as a walk-on at Detroit Mercy. Over his college career, he averaged 25.4 points per game, sinking 4.08 three-pointers per contest (third in NCAA history) and shooting 89.2% from the free-throw line (21st in NCAA history), while recording 594 assists and leading the Titans to a tournament title in 2023 despite a 14-19 regular-season record. His jersey was retired by Detroit Mercy on February 25, 2023, and he won the 2023 College Three-Point Championship. After going undrafted in the , Davis signed with the for before joining their G League affiliate, the Rip City Remix, for the 2023-24 season. He was traded to the ahead of the 2024-25 campaign and has continued with the team into the 2025-26 season. Despite his scoring prowess, Davis has yet to secure an NBA roster spot but continues to develop as a professional, leveraging his elite shooting skills in the G League.

Early life and high school

Family background

Antoine Davis was born on October 3, 1998, in Bloomington, Indiana, while his father, Mike Davis, served as an assistant coach for the Indiana University men's basketball team. The Davis family relocated to Houston, Texas, in 2012 when Mike Davis became the head coach at Texas Southern University, where he remained until 2018. In Houston, Antoine was homeschooled by his mother, Tamilya Davis, from seventh grade through his senior year of high school, a decision that freed up additional time for basketball training and development under his father's guidance. Mike Davis, who had previously been head coach at Indiana University from 2000 to 2006 and at the University of Alabama at Birmingham from 2007 to 2012, later took the head coaching position at the University of Detroit Mercy in 2018, where he coached his son throughout Antoine's college career. Tamilya Davis played a pivotal role in Antoine's education and basketball motivation, not only through but also by influencing his commitment to Mercy; despite Antoine's initial preference to stay in and play for Southern, she insisted the family relocate together and encouraged him to join his there, even offering to help him secure an apartment. Antoine grew up in a basketball-oriented family, with an older brother, Mike Davis Jr., who became an assistant coach at Mercy, and a younger sister, both of whom contributed to the household's emphasis on the sport as a core influence on his early development.

High school and AAU career

Davis attended Houston Homeschool Athletics in , , for his high school career, where he was homeschooled to allow greater focus on his athletic development with support from his parents. As a senior, he led the team in scoring, averaging 23 points per game. During his high school years, Davis gained exposure through AAU with the Houston Hoops program. In 2017, he competed on the (EYBL) circuit, averaging 13.3 points, 2.3 rebounds, and 1.5 assists per game. The previous year, on the 2016 Adidas Gauntlet circuit, he averaged 11.8 points, 2.0 rebounds, and 1.3 assists per game. These performances helped build Davis's reputation as a prolific scorer despite his homeschool background, leading to his evaluation as a three-star recruit by and . He was ranked the No. 20 prospect in , No. 28 in the region, and No. 15 in the area for the class of 2018. Initially, Davis committed to the in August 2017 and signed a in November 2017, but he decommitted later that year after his father accepted the head coaching position at Detroit Mercy, choosing to join him there as a walk-on.

College career

Time at Detroit Mercy

Antoine Davis committed to the in 2018, choosing to play under his father, Mike Davis, who had been hired as head coach that year. As a in the 2018–19 season, Davis quickly adjusted to Division I basketball, averaging 26.1 points, 3.1 rebounds, and 3.6 assists per game over 30 appearances while leading the team to an 11–20 overall record and an 8–10 mark in play, finishing sixth in the conference. In his year of 2019–20, Davis emerged as a breakout performer, posting 24.3 points, 3.1 rebounds, and 4.5 assists per game across 30 games, though the Titans struggled to an 8–23 overall finish and 6–12 in conference play, placing ninth and ineligible for postseason due to academic metrics. The 2020–21 season was impacted by the , limiting Mercy to 22 games; Davis averaged 24.0 points, 2.9 rebounds, and 4.8 assists per contest, helping the team achieve a 12–10 overall record and 10–6 in the for a third-place finish. During the 2021–22 campaign, Davis maintained his scoring prowess with 23.9 points, 3.6 rebounds, and 4.4 assists per game in 29 outings, contributing to a 14–16 overall record and 10–7 conference standing that secured sixth place in the . In his senior season of 2022–23, Davis elevated his game to lead the nation in scoring at 28.2 points per game while adding 3.0 rebounds and 3.6 assists over 33 games; notable performances included a school-record 11 three-pointers in a win over Robert Morris, where he set the NCAA career three-pointers mark. The Titans finished 14–19 overall and 9–11 in the league for eighth place, with Davis concluding his career just three points shy of Pete Maravich's NCAA scoring record at 3,664 total points. Over his five seasons at Detroit Mercy, Davis appeared in 144 games, averaging 25.4 points, 3.2 rebounds, and 4.1 assists per game. The university honored his contributions with a jersey retirement ceremony for his No. 0 on February 25, 2023, during Senior Day against Wright State at .

Awards and records

During his five seasons at the , Antoine Davis earned numerous accolades within the , including being named Player of the Year twice, co-winner in 2021–22 and outright in 2022–23, recognizing his dominance as the conference's top performer in scoring and overall impact. He was also selected to the All-Horizon League First Team five times, from 2018–19 through 2022–23, a feat that underscores his consistent excellence as one of the league's premier guards. Additionally, Davis captured the 2023 Men's Three-Point Championship during the festivities, showcasing his elite shooting ability by outpacing competitors in a field of top collegiate marksmen. Davis's statistical achievements placed him among the all-time greats in history, particularly in scoring and three-point shooting. He concluded his college career with 3,664 points, ranking second on the NCAA's all-time scoring list behind only Pete Maravich's 3,667 from his LSU tenure (1967–70). Davis fell three points short of surpassing Maravich's mark primarily because Detroit Mercy failed to qualify for the NCAA Tournament, limiting his postseason opportunities; in the program's final game, a tournament semifinal loss to Youngstown State, he scored 22 points despite entering needing 26 more to break the record. He also holds the NCAA record for most career three-pointers made, with 588, a testament to his unparalleled volume and accuracy from beyond the arc over 144 games. Within the , Davis rewrote the record books, becoming the conference's all-time leading scorer with his 3,664 points, surpassing Alfredrick Hughes's previous mark of 2,914 set at Loyola Chicago from 1981–85. He also established the league's career record for three-pointers made, further solidifying his legacy as the most prolific shooter in history.

Professional career

Rip City Remix (2023–2024)

After going undrafted in the , Davis joined the for the Summer League in , where he appeared in four games, averaging 10.5 minutes and contributing modestly as a scoring guard off the bench. He signed an Exhibit 10 training camp contract with the Trail Blazers on October 2, 2023, joining their roster for preseason preparations. The team waived him on October 10, 2023, prior to the start of the regular-season preseason games, allowing him to be assigned to their affiliate, the , where Exhibit 10 players can earn a bonus for spending at least 60 days with the team. Davis made his G League debut with the Remix in November 2023, quickly establishing himself as a key offensive weapon in his rookie professional season. Playing primarily as a shooting guard, he appeared in 29 regular-season games, starting 23, and averaged 17.8 points, 3.3 rebounds, and 1.9 assists in 28.7 minutes per game. His scoring prowess was highlighted by his elite three-point shooting, making 4.0 threes per game on 10.6 attempts (37.7 percent), which led the G League with 117 made three-pointers for the season. Among his milestones, Davis recorded twelve games with at least five three-pointers, including a career-high 41-point performance on February 22, 2024, against the Wisconsin Herd, where he made 9 of 14 from beyond the arc. He earned recognition as the G League's Three-Point King for the 2023–24 season, underscoring his development as a volume shooter transitioning from college. Davis's tenure with the Remix ended on October 5, 2024, when his returning player rights were traded to the Stockton Kings in exchange for two players and draft considerations ahead of the 2024–25 season.

Stockton Kings and Sacramento Kings (2024–present)

On October 5, 2024, the Stockton Kings acquired the player rights to Antoine Davis from the Rip City Remix in a trade that sent the rights to Jayce Johnson and Stanley Johnson, along with the Kings' 2025 G League international draft pick and second-round pick, to Portland's affiliate. This move brought Davis, who had shown promise as a rookie scorer in the G League, to the Sacramento Kings' organization as a potential depth option at guard. Following the trade, Davis signed an Exhibit 10 contract with the on October 18, 2024, allowing him to participate in and preseason activities, but he was waived on , 2024, to facilitate his assignment to . He subsequently joined the ' training camp roster on October 27, 2024, where he earned a spot on the team's active roster for the 2024–25 G League season. During that campaign, Davis transitioned into a reserve role, leveraging his college-honed shooting skills to provide perimeter scoring and playmaking support off the bench, including standout performances where he tallied 20 points in a single game. Building on his rookie experience with the Rip City Remix, Davis continued to develop within the Kings' system during the 2024–25 season, focusing on improved efficiency and defensive contributions in limited minutes. No NBA call-ups occurred, but his consistent G League play positioned him for ongoing opportunities with the organization. Ahead of the 2025–26 G League season, Davis was named to the ' opening night roster on 6, 2025, signaling his continued affiliation and role as a returning guard for Sacramento's affiliate. In the early games of the 2025-26 season, as of 2025, Davis has averaged 11.4 while 45.5% from three-point range. This inclusion underscores his progression toward establishing a stable professional foothold, with potential for future NBA exposure through the Kings' developmental pipeline.

Career statistics

College statistics

Antoine Davis played five seasons of at Detroit Mercy from 2018 to 2023, appearing in 144 games and establishing himself as one of the most prolific scorers in NCAA history. His statistical profile highlights his elite scoring ability, particularly from beyond the arc and the free-throw line, while contributing as a and defender. The following table summarizes his per-season statistics:
SeasonTeamGMPGPPGRPGAPGSPGBPGFG%3P%FT%
2018–19Detroit Mercy3037.426.13.13.60.90.0.400.380.857
2019–20Detroit Mercy3036.724.33.14.51.70.1.380.324.901
2020–21Detroit Mercy2238.524.02.94.81.50.0.424.372.917
2021–22Detroit Mercy2937.023.93.64.41.00.0.429.379.882
2022–23Detroit Mercy3337.428.23.03.61.20.1.414.412.907
Career totals and averages:
CategoryTotalAverage
Games (G)144-
Minutes (MP)537637.3
Points (PTS)366425.4
Rebounds (TRB)4533.2
Assists (AST)5944.1
Steals (STL)1811.3
Blocks (BLK)60.0
FG%-.410
3P%-.375
FT%-.892
Davis's scoring output evolved notably over his tenure, starting strong as a with 26.1 before a slight dip to 23.9 in his senior year, then surging to an NCAA-leading 28.2 in his fifth season, which earned him the national scoring title. His three-point shooting efficiency peaked at 41.2% in 2022–23 on high volume, while his free-throw percentage remained consistently elite, never dipping below 85.7% in any season, reflecting his reliability at the line. These figures underscore his development into a volume scorer capable of sustaining high production across varied defensive schemes. His career total of 3,664 points ranks second in history, just three shy of Pete Maravich's record.

G League statistics

Antoine Davis began his career in the NBA G League with the during the 2023–24 season, where he quickly established himself as a high-volume scorer. In his debut campaign, Davis averaged 21.2 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 3.8 assists per across 30 appearances, showcasing his scoring prowess while adjusting to the faster pace of .

2023–24 Season ()

Davis played 30 games for the , starting in 28, and led the team in scoring. His efficiency improved over the course of the season, particularly in three-point shooting at 36.1%. Below is a summary of his regular-season statistics:
Game TypeGPGSMPGFG%3P%FT%RPGAPGSPGBPGPPG
Regular Season302831.841.236.185.74.73.81.20.121.2
These figures reflect his role as the primary offensive option, with standout performances including a 42-point game against the Grand Rapids Gold.

2024–25 Season (Stockton Kings)

Transitioning to the for the 2024–25 season, Davis appeared in 32 games, averaging 18.9 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 4.2 assists per game. His usage rate decreased slightly as he integrated into a more balanced offense, but he maintained strong shooting from beyond the arc at 37.4%. He also contributed in the , averaging 19.5 points in five games.
Game TypeGPGSMPGFG%3P%FT%RPGAPGSPGBPGPPG
322529.442.537.487.25.14.21.10.218.9
5430.240.835.788.94.83.60.80.119.5
Notable games included a 35-point outing in a win over the during the regular season.

2025–26 Season (Stockton Kings, ongoing as of November 2025)

As of November 16, 2025, Davis has appeared in early games for the in the 2025–26 season, averaging 11.4 with efficient three-point shooting at 45.5%. He has shown continued development in a setup with the .
Game TypeGPGSMPGFG%3P%FT%RPGAPGSPGBPGPPG
Regular Season (through Nov 16)8732.143.145.586.44.94.51.30.211.4
His recent form includes strong shooting performances in early matchups.

NBA Preseason and Summer League Stats

Davis participated in the 2024 with the , averaging 15.4 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 2.9 assists over five games, shooting 39.5% from three. In the 2025 preseason, he appeared in three games for the , posting 12.7 points and 3.3 assists per game at 41.2% efficiency, though he did not secure a regular-season roster spot. These exhibitions highlighted his shooting stroke in professional settings beyond the G League.

Career G League Totals and Averages

Over 70 G League games (regular season through November 2025), Davis has accumulated 1,428 points, 342 rebounds, and 281 assists. His career averages stand at 20.4 points, 4.9 rebounds, and 4.0 assists per game, with a 41.9% and 37.0% from three-point range.
CategoryGPMPGPPGRPGAPGFG%3P%FT%
Career Regular Season7030.820.44.94.041.937.086.8
These totals underscore his scoring consistency across teams. Davis's G League statistics demonstrate a successful adaptation from his college scoring volume to professional efficiency, with a slight dip in points per game from 21.2 in 2023–24 to 18.9 in 2024–25, offset by improved assist numbers and three-point accuracy, reflecting better playmaking and shot selection in pro systems. Compared to his baseline of over 25 , this evolution highlights his versatility in handling defensive pressure at the higher level.

Playing style and legacy

Playing style

Antoine Davis plays primarily as a or shooting guard, standing at 6 feet 1 inch and weighing 165 pounds, which emphasizes his reliance on skill over physicality. His game centers on elite shooting prowess, particularly as a high-volume three-point specialist, where he demonstrated exceptional accuracy and range during his college career, converting 41.2% of his 386 three-point attempts (making 159) in his final season. Davis possesses a quick release and effective off-ball movement, allowing him to capitalize on catch-and-shoot opportunities, while his pull-up jumpers off the dribble score at an efficient 1.00 points per shot even under heavy defensive pressure. In terms of scoring versatility, Davis excels in midrange pull-ups, fades, and fallaways, often creating space with a lethal crossover and dribble moves in pick-and-roll situations, complemented by strong free-throw accuracy. However, his drives to the rim are limited by his wiry frame and lack of explosiveness, making finishing through contact challenging. As a playmaker, he shows solid vision, averaging over four assists per game in college by using his shooting gravity to draw defenders and find open teammates, though facilitating remains secondary to his scoring role. Davis's physical attributes highlight his speed and agility, enabling quick directional changes and off-ball cuts, but his smaller stature poses challenges in the NBA context, particularly on defense where he struggles against larger opponents. Transitioning from college, where he thrived on high-volume scoring, to the professional level has required a shift toward greater efficiency, as evidenced by his G League performance leading the league with 117 three-pointers made in 2023–24 while averaging . In the early 2025–26 season with Stockton, he has averaged while shooting 45.5% from three-point range, sustaining his efficiency as a specialist shooter.

Legacy and impact

Antoine Davis left an indelible mark on the program, elevating its profile through his prolific scoring and leadership on a team that often competed with limited resources. His presence drew national media attention and revitalized fan interest, transforming the Titans into a focal point for discussions on individual excellence in conferences. In recognition of these contributions, Detroit Mercy retired his No. 0 jersey during a ceremony on February 25, 2023—the 11th such honor in program history and a rare occurrence for an active player—symbolizing his lasting honor within the institution. As the son of head coach Mike Davis, Antoine's college career highlighted a unique father-son dynamic that blended personal mentorship with on-court instruction, fostering his rapid development from a homeschooled recruit into a national standout. This relationship, rooted in Mike's own storied background—including leading to the 2002 NCAA championship game—provided Antoine with unparalleled guidance, while creating poignant family moments amid the pressures of chasing . The duo's collaboration underscored the emotional and professional layers of one's child, influencing perceptions of familial roles in athletics. Davis's professional trajectory in the has positioned him as a promising undrafted talent with NBA upside, beginning with the Rip City Remix in 2023–24, where he led the league with 117 three-pointers made. Traded to the in October 2024, he signed an Exhibit 10 contract with the that October before being waived and joining Stockton's 2025–26 opening night roster as a key guard. This affiliation offers a direct pathway to Sacramento's rotation, with his elite shooting efficiency—evident in G League play—fueling optimism for a call-up, particularly as teams seek specialized shooters. Beyond the court, Davis's legacy as a 6-foot-1 guard who amassed the second-most points in history and the all-time three-point record inspires undersized scorers, challenging the dominance of Pete Maravich's era and proving that volume can redefine positional limitations. His journey from a three-star recruit to G League standout serves as a blueprint for persistence, potentially extending to mentorship roles as his career progresses. Projections for the 2025–26 season hinge on his Stockton performance, where consistent output could secure a two-way NBA deal and rotation minutes with Sacramento.

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