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Kyle Joseph Guy (born August 11, 1997) is an American professional basketball player for the Noblesville Boom, the NBA G League affiliate of the Indiana Pacers of the National Basketball Association (NBA). He played college basketball for Virginia as a shooting guard for three years and was named the NCAA Tournament Most Outstanding Player during his junior season. In high school, he was Indiana Mr. Basketball and a McDonald's All-American.

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Early years

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Guy during the 2016 McDonald's All-American Game

Guy attended Lawrence Central High School in Indianapolis, Indiana. He was a varsity letter-winner all four years at Lawrence Central.[1] On January 18, 2016, he was named a McDonald's All-American.[2] After averaging 23.5 points, 5.6 rebounds and 3.7 assists during his senior season, he was selected as Indiana Mr. Basketball.[3] On October 20, 2014, Guy committed to playing college basketball at Virginia, selecting the Cavaliers over offers from schools such as California, Xavier, and Indiana.[1][4]

College recruiting information
Name Hometown School Height Weight Commit date
Kyle Guy
PG/SG 		Indianapolis, IN Lawrence Central HS 6 ft 2 in (1.88 m) 165 lb (75 kg) October 20, 2014[5] 
Recruit ratings: Scout: 4/5 stars   Rivals: 4/5 stars   247Sports: 4/5 stars   ESPN: 5/5 stars   (92)
Overall recruit ranking:   Scout: 43    Rivals: 43    247Sports: 38    ESPN: 27
  • Note: In many cases, Scout, Rivals, 247Sports, On3, and ESPN may conflict in their listings of height and weight.
  • In these cases, the average was taken. ESPN grades are on a 100-point scale.

Sources:

  • "Virginia 2016 Basketball Commitments". Rivals. Retrieved November 22, 2016.
  • "2016 Virginia Commits". Scout. Retrieved November 22, 2016.
  • "2016 Player Commits". ESPN. Retrieved November 22, 2016.
  • "Scout.com Team Recruiting Rankings". Scout. Retrieved November 22, 2016.
  • "2016 Team Ranking". Rivals. Retrieved November 22, 2016.
  • "Virginia 2016 Basketball Commitments". 247Sports. Retrieved November 22, 2016.

College career

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On November 22, 2016, in his fourth career college game, Guy led all players with 20 points and five three-pointers against Grambling State.[6] As a freshman, he averaged 7.5 points per game and shot 49.5 percent from the three-point line.[7]

Guy scored a career-high 29 points in a 76–67 win against VCU on November 17, 2017.[8] He had 22 points, including five three-pointers, in a 76–67 victory over Syracuse on January 10, 2018.[9] In the 2018 ACC tournament, he led Virginia to a conference tournament championship, where he averaged 16.7 points per game, earning him tournament MVP honors.

Prior to the 2018–19 season, Guy was named to the pre-season watchlists for the Jerry West Award, John R. Wooden Award, and Naismith College Player of the Year.[10][11][12]

Guy set a new career high with 30 points against Marshall on December 31, 2018. He recorded his first collegiate double-double with 25 points and 10 rebounds on March 30, 2019, against Purdue in the 2019 NCAA tournament, helping the Cavaliers advance to the program's first Final Four since 1984 in the process.[13] On April 6, 2019, in Virginia's Final Four matchup against Auburn, he hit three consecutive free throws with 0.6 seconds left after being fouled on a corner 3 to help the Cavaliers reach their first-ever national championship game.[14] Guy scored 24 points in Virginia's 85–77 overtime win in the championship game, and was named the tournament's Most Outstanding Player.[15]

Professional career

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Sacramento Kings (2019–2021)

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Guy was drafted in the 2019 NBA draft by the New York Knicks before being traded to Sacramento.[16] The Kings signed him to a two-way contract on July 7, 2019, to split time between the NBA Kings and their NBA G League affiliate, the Stockton Kings.[17] He scored 42 points for Stockton in a win over the Iowa Wolves on December 1.[18] Guy made his NBA debut on January 10, 2020, against the Milwaukee Bucks.[19] On January 18, he scored 37 points and hit seven three-pointers for Stockton in a 147–117 loss to the Oklahoma City Blue.[20]

On March 25, 2021, Guy scored 17 points in 22 minutes off the bench for the Sacramento Kings in a 141–119 victory over the Golden State Warriors on 6-for-9 shooting, including 4-for-6 on three-point field goals.[21]

Cleveland Charge (2021)

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In August 2021, Guy joined the Golden State Warriors for the 2021 NBA Summer League roster.[22] He debuted with 15 points in 17 minutes off the bench while 4-for-10 from the field, as well as 3-for-7 from three-point range against the Orlando Magic.[23] On September 27, 2021, he signed with the Cleveland Cavaliers,[24] but was waived on October 16.[25] On October 23, he signed with the Cleveland Charge as an affiliate player.[26]

Miami Heat (2021–2022)

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On December 30, 2021, Guy signed a 10-day contract with the Miami Heat via the hardship exemption.[27] In his first game after signing the 10-day contract, he scored 17 points in 23 minutes off the bench in a 120–110 victory over the Houston Rockets on 6-for-8 shooting, including 4-for-6 on three-point field goals.[28] He signed a second 10-day contract on January 10, 2022,[29] then a full two-way contract with the Heat on January 17.[30] On March 24, he was waived by the Heat.[31]

Return to the Charge (2022)

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On March 28, 2022, Guy returned to the Cleveland Charge.[32]

Joventut Badalona (2022–2023)

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On July 22, 2022, Guy signed with Spanish club Joventut Badalona. In 21 EuroCup games, he averaged 11.8 points, 1.8 rebounds and 2.6 assists in 22 minutes per contest. Additionally, in 40 Liga ACB matches, he averaged 12.8 points, 1.8 rebounds and 2.1 assists in 23 minutes per contest.

Panathinaikos (2023)

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In the 2023 offseason, Guy was initially approached by Spanish club Valencia, which made him an official contract offer that was subsequently matched right at the deadline by Badalona, under the Spanish basketball federation tanteo rule. On July 14, 2023, his contract was bought out by the Greek powerhouse Panathinaikos, moving Guy to the EuroLeague for the first time in his career on a two-year deal.[33]

La Laguna Tenerife (2024)

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On January 1, 2024, Guy signed with Lenovo Tenerife of the Spanish Liga ACB.[34] In the first round of the playoffs on May 18, he led all scorers with 34 points in a 96–86 losing effort at FC Barcelona.[35] On August 7, Guy announced his transition to the "next chapter of [his] life" in a press release detailing his hiring as an assistant at University of Virginia.[36]

Noblesville Boom (2025-present)

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On October 18, 2025, Guy signed an Exhibit 10 contract with the Indiana Pacers to play for their NBA G League affiliate, the Noblesville Boom.[37]

Coaching career

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Virginia

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On August 7, 2024, Guy returned to his alma mater Virginia to serve as the athlete development mentor/special assistant under head coach Tony Bennett.[38] In October 2024, after Bennett's surprising retirement, Ron Sanchez was promoted to interim head coach, and Guy served under him for the 2024–25 season. In the spring of 2025, after a disappointing season, Virginia AD Carla Williams announced that Sanchez would not be retained with the hiring of Ryan Odom.[39] Subsequently, Guy departed from the program to "pursue a new coaching opportunity".[40]

Nevada

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On April 11, 2025, Nevada announced Guy's hiring as an assistant coach under fellow Indiana native, Steve Alford.[41]

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  PIR  Performance index rating
 Bold  Career high

NBA

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Year Team GP GS MPG FG% 3P% FT% RPG APG SPG BPG PPG
2019–20 Sacramento 3 0 3.3 .400 .000 – .3 .3 .0 .0 1.3
2020–21 Sacramento 31 0 7.6 .330 .283 .800 1.1 1.0 .2 .0 2.8
2021–22 Miami 19 0 9.8 .400 .350 .667 2.9 1.9 1.4 0.9 3.9
Career 53 0 8.1 .361 .303 .750 1.0 0.9 0.2 0.0 3.1

EuroLeague

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Year Team GP GS MPG FG% 3P% FT% RPG APG SPG BPG PPG PIR
2023–24 Panathinaikos 8 1 10.6 .423 .316 .800 .9 .8 .3 .1 4.0 2.4
Career 8 1 10.6 .423 .316 .800 .9 .8 .3 .1 4.0 2.4

College

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Year Team GP GS MPG FG% 3P% FT% RPG APG SPG BPG PPG
2016–17 Virginia 34 7 18.6 .439 .495 .714 1.7 1.3 .4 .0 7.5
2017–18 Virginia 34 33 32.4 .415 .392 .824 2.6 1.5 1.0 .0 14.1
2018–19 Virginia 38 38 35.4 .449 .426 .833 4.5 3.1 .7 .1 17.4
Career 106 78 29.1 .433 .425 .806 3.0 2.1 .7 .0 12.9

Personal life

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Guy's parents are Katy and Tim Fitzgerald (mother and stepfather) and Joe and Amy Guy (father and stepmother). He has five siblings: three brothers and two sisters. Guy's great-grandfather was the commissioner for the Indiana High School Athletic Association and was inducted into the Indiana High School Hall of Fame for basketball and football.[1]

In Summer 2019, Guy married Alexa Jenkins on the North Shore of Kauai.[42] Their first born son, Chance Anthony was born on September 24, 2021.[43] On March 31, 2024, Guy's second son, Hudson James, was born.[44]

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Kyle Guy (born August 11, 1997) is an American professional basketball player who achieved prominence as a guard for the University of Virginia Cavaliers, leading them to the 2019 NCAA Division I men's basketball national championship and earning the Most Outstanding Player award at the Final Four.[1][2][3] A native of Indianapolis, Indiana, Guy was a highly touted high school prospect at Lawrence Central High School, where he was named Indiana Mr. Basketball in 2016 as the state's top senior player.[4] During his college career from 2015 to 2019, he became a two-time All-ACC first-team selection (2018 and 2019) and a consensus third-team All-American in 2019, highlighted by his sharpshooting prowess, including a school-record-tying 120 three-pointers in the 2018-19 season.[3][5] Guy entered the NBA after being selected 55th overall by the New York Knicks in the 2019 draft, with his rights immediately traded to the Sacramento Kings, where he appeared in 26 games during the 2019-20 season, averaging 4.8 points per game off the bench.[6][7] His professional journey continued in the NBA G League with teams like the Stockton Kings and Sioux Falls Skyforce, followed by a two-way contract with the Miami Heat in 2021-22, where he played sparingly in two NBA games.[8] After stints overseas, including with Lenovo Tenerife in Spain's Liga ACB during the 2023-24 season, Guy retired from playing in August 2024 to join the coaching staff of the University of Virginia as a special assistant. He later served as an assistant coach for the Nevada Wolf Pack in 2025 before announcing his return to professional basketball in October 2025, signing with the Noblesville Boom, the Indiana Pacers' NBA G League affiliate, in his hometown, where he scored the franchise's first-ever basket in their inaugural home game on November 7, 2025.[9][10][11][12][13] Standing at 6 feet 1 inch and known for his elite three-point shooting—evident in his 40.1% college accuracy—Guy remains a notable figure in basketball for his clutch performances and transitions between playing and coaching roles.[6][5]

Early life

Family background

Kyle Guy was born on August 11, 1997, in Indianapolis, Indiana, to parents Joe Guy and Katy Fitzgerald.[6][14] Both parents graduated from Lawrence Central High School in 1995 and separated amicably when Guy was two years old, having never married, which allowed for a relatively smooth transition in their co-parenting.[15][14] Following the separation, Guy's mother Katy moved back in with her parents, while his father Joe remained in the area, creating a blended family structure with four dedicated parental figures: biological father Joe and stepmother Amy Guy, as well as biological mother Katy and stepfather Tim Fitzgerald.[15] Guy grew up with five half-siblings—three brothers and two sisters—from this blended family, all of whom contributed to a tight-knit support system during his formative years.[15] The parental figures maintained a harmonious relationship, often attending Guy's events together as a unified front, which fostered a stable and encouraging environment despite the family dynamics.[15] His maternal grandfather, Dick Patterson, a Lawrence Central Hall of Famer, further embedded basketball within the family's legacy, providing local inspiration and guidance.[14] Extended family ties strengthened Guy's early affinity for Indiana University basketball, where his great-uncle served on the Board of Trustees and his great-grandfather served as commissioner of the Indiana High School Athletic Association, instilling dreams of suiting up for IU from a young age.[16] This heritage, combined with the vibrant Indianapolis basketball scene, exposed Guy to the sport through family traditions like watching IU games and participating in local youth activities, shaping his initial motivations and passion.[16]

High school career

Kyle Guy attended Lawrence Central High School in Indianapolis, Indiana, where he earned four varsity letters in basketball from 2013 to 2016.[3] As a senior in the 2015–16 season, he averaged 23.5 points, 5.6 rebounds, and 3.7 assists per game, helping lead the Bears to a 19–8 record and a berth in the IHSAA Class 4A sectional final, where they fell to North Central.[3][17] Guy's standout performance earned him prestigious accolades, including the Indiana Mr. Basketball award in 2016, making him the first player from Lawrence Central to receive the honor.[14] He was also selected to the 2016 McDonald's All-American Game, where he showcased his skills alongside top national prospects.[18] As a highly regarded recruit ranked among the top 40 players in the class of 2016 by ESPN, Guy initially leaned toward Indiana University due to his family's longstanding connections to the program.[19] However, he committed to the University of Virginia in October 2014 during his junior year, choosing the Cavaliers over offers from Indiana, Butler, Missouri, Purdue, Xavier, and North Carolina.[20] Guy officially signed with Virginia under head coach Tony Bennett in November 2015.[21]

College career

2016–18 seasons

Guy arrived at the University of Virginia in 2016 as a highly touted recruit, beginning his collegiate career during the 2016–17 season under head coach Tony Bennett. As a freshman, he appeared in all 34 games, starting six, while averaging 7.5 points, 1.7 rebounds, and 1.3 assists in 18.6 minutes per game; he shot an efficient 49.5% from three-point range on 3.0 attempts per game.[5] His scoring bursts provided crucial perimeter scoring in limited minutes, with a season-high of 20 points against Grambling State, where he made 5 of 6 three-pointers.[22] Guy quickly adapted to Bennett's pack-line defensive system, which emphasizes team defense and deliberate offensive motion, emerging as a reliable spot-up shooter who stretched defenses and created opportunities for teammates like London Perrantes and Jack Johnson.[23] His contributions helped Virginia reach the 2017 ACC Tournament quarterfinals, where in the quarterfinals, Guy matched his career high with 20 points on 7-of-10 shooting, including 4-of-6 from three, in a 79–62 win over Pittsburgh, marking the first time a UVA freshman achieved 20 points in an ACC tournament game.[24] Entering his sophomore year in 2017–18, Guy's development accelerated, earning a starting role in 33 of 34 games and increasing his production to 14.1 points, 2.6 rebounds, and 1.5 assists in 32.4 minutes per game, while maintaining a 39.2% three-point clip on 6.2 attempts.[5] He solidified his status as a cornerstone perimeter threat in Bennett's scheme, often operating off screens and in the motion offense to exploit closeouts, which complemented the Cavaliers' elite defense that ranked first nationally in scoring margin.[25] His growth in volume and consistency from deep underscored his evolution from a situational shooter to a primary offensive option during this period.[26] Guy's contributions helped Virginia secure the 2017–18 ACC regular-season title with a 17–1 conference record. He earned First-Team All-ACC honors and was selected as the ACC Tournament MVP after averaging 16.7 points to help Virginia claim the conference title.[27] Additionally, Guy received Third-Team All-American recognition from the Associated Press and the National Association of Basketball Coaches.[5] However, the season ended in shocking fashion during the NCAA Tournament's first round, where No. 1-seeded Virginia suffered a historic 74–54 upset loss to No. 16 UMBC, marking the first time a No. 16 seed defeated a No. 1 seed in the event's history.[28]

2018–19 season

In his junior year during the 2018–19 season, Guy maintained his scoring prowess, averaging 15.4 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 2.1 assists per game, while leading the ACC with 97 made three-pointers.[5] He repeated as a First-Team All-ACC selection and garnered Consensus Third-Team All-American honors from major outlets including the AP, NABC, and Sporting News.[29][3] Guy's leadership proved pivotal in Virginia's redemption arc, as the Cavaliers advanced through the NCAA Tournament to claim their first national championship. In the Final Four semifinal against Auburn, he sealed a 63–62 victory by making three crucial free throws with 0.6 seconds remaining after being fouled on a three-point attempt.[30] In the title game versus Texas Tech, Guy scored a game-high 24 points, including 8-of-10 from the free-throw line, earning him the NCAA All-Tournament Team selection and the Final Four Most Outstanding Player award.[31][5] Following the championship triumph, Guy declared for the 2019 NBA Draft on April 16, hiring an agent and forgoing his final year of college eligibility.[31] He later confirmed his decision to remain in the draft on April 22, closing the book on a distinguished college career at Virginia.[32]

Professional career

Sacramento Kings (2019–2021)

Guy was selected by the New York Knicks with the 55th overall pick in the second round of the 2019 NBA Draft before his draft rights were traded to the Sacramento Kings in exchange for the draft rights to Ignas Brazdeikis and cash considerations.[33] His selection was bolstered by his performance as the Most Outstanding Player of the 2019 NCAA Final Four, highlighting his scoring prowess and leadership in the Cavaliers' national championship run. On July 7, 2019, the Kings signed Guy to a two-way contract, allowing him to split time between the NBA roster and their NBA G League affiliate, the Stockton Kings.[34] During the 2019 NBA Summer League, Guy showcased his shooting ability, averaging 16.8 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 3.2 assists across four games with the Kings, including a 19-point performance in a win over the Portland Trail Blazers.[35] In his rookie NBA season (2019–20), limited by the league's suspension due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Guy appeared in three games for the Kings without starting, averaging 1.3 points in 3.3 minutes per game.[6] He spent the bulk of the year developing with Stockton, where he averaged 21.5 points, 3.4 rebounds, and 4.8 assists in 37 regular-season games, earning All-NBA G League Third Team honors for his efficient scoring and playmaking.[36] In the 2020–21 season, Guy received more NBA opportunities with the Kings, appearing in 31 games off the bench and averaging 2.8 points, 1.1 rebounds, and 1.0 assist in 7.6 minutes per game, with a season-high 17 points against the Golden State Warriors on March 25, 2021.[6] He continued to contribute significantly in the G League with Stockton during the shortened bubble season, playing in four games and helping the team reach the conference finals. Overall, across two seasons with the Kings organization, Guy appeared in 34 NBA games, providing depth as a sharpshooting guard while honing his skills in the G League. His two-way contract expired at the end of the 2020–21 season, making him an unrestricted free agent on August 3, 2021.[35]

Cleveland Charge (2021)

After being waived by the Cleveland Cavaliers on October 16, 2021, Kyle Guy was allocated to their NBA G League affiliate, the Cleveland Charge, on October 22.[37] Guy quickly established himself as a key scoring option for the Charge, appearing in 11 games during the 2021–22 season and averaging 21.8 points, 7.8 rebounds, and 4.4 assists per game while shooting 40.0 percent from three-point range.[38] His efficient outside shooting and playmaking complemented his prior G League experience with the Stockton Kings.[36] A standout performance came on November 8, 2021, against the Wisconsin Herd, where Guy erupted for 34 points—including 22 in the fourth quarter on 7-of-12 three-point shooting—along with 10 rebounds in a double-double effort during a 117–115 loss.[39] This game highlighted his ability to take over in crunch time, draining several clutch threes to keep Cleveland competitive. Guy's tenure with the Charge ended on December 29, 2021, when he received an NBA call-up to the Miami Heat on a 10-day contract amid the league's COVID-19-related hardships.[40]

Miami Heat (2021–2022)

On December 30, 2021, Kyle Guy signed a 10-day hardship contract with the Miami Heat amid the NBA's COVID-19-related roster exceptions.[41] In his initial five appearances off the bench, he averaged 9.8 points, 2.6 assists, and 1.6 rebounds while shooting 51.4 percent from the field.[42] The Heat re-signed him to a second 10-day contract on January 10, 2022.[43] Guy's strong play earned him a rest-of-season contract on January 17, 2022, converting his deal to a standard NBA agreement through the end of the campaign.[44] Over 19 total games with Miami during the 2021–22 season, he contributed sparingly from the bench, averaging 3.9 points, 0.9 assists, and 1.0 rebound in 9.8 minutes per game, with a focus on perimeter shooting at 35.0 percent from three-point range.[6] To maintain development, the Heat assigned Guy to their G League affiliate, the Sioux Falls Skyforce, where he appeared in six games and averaged 29.4 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 3.0 assists in 36.4 minutes per contest, showcasing his scoring efficiency at 47.8 percent from the field.[45] His earlier scoring prowess with the Cleveland Charge, averaging 21.1 points per game, had positioned him for the NBA call-up amid Miami's injury and hardship needs.[46] On March 24, 2022, the Heat waived Guy to accommodate a two-way contract for Mychal Mulder, ending his NBA stint with the team despite a deep backcourt rotation that limited his overall opportunities.[47]

Return to the Charge (2022)

After being waived by the Miami Heat on March 25, 2022, to accommodate a two-way contract signing for Mychal Mulder, Kyle Guy returned to the NBA G League's Cleveland Charge just three days later on March 28, 2022.[48][49] This marked his second stint with the Cavaliers' affiliate, where he had previously excelled earlier in the 2021–22 season before his NBA call-up. Guy quickly reintegrated into the lineup, providing scoring punch and playmaking as the Charge navigated the final stretch of their regular season schedule. In his 12 games following the return, Guy averaged 20.0 points, 7.2 rebounds, and 4.0 assists per game while shooting efficiently from the field and beyond the arc.[36] He led the team in scoring during this period, highlighted by standout performances such as 29 points against the Lakeland Magic and 27 points in a loss to the Birmingham Squadron.[50][51] Building on his earlier 2021 contributions with the Charge—where he also topped 20 points per game—Guy's resurgence underscored his value as a versatile guard capable of carrying the offense amid roster challenges.[52] With the G League regular season concluding in April 2022, Guy chose to explore international opportunities rather than remaining in the U.S. domestic leagues. On July 22, 2022, he signed a one-year contract with Joventut Badalona of Spain's Liga ACB and the EuroCup, transitioning his professional career abroad.[53]

Joventut Badalona (2022–2023)

On July 22, 2022, Kyle Guy signed a one-year contract with Spanish club Joventut Badalona, marking his first professional stint in Europe following a strong season with the Cleveland Charge.[54] The deal positioned him to compete in the Liga ACB domestic league and the 7DAYS EuroCup international competition.[55] In the 2022–23 ACB season, Guy appeared in 40 games for Joventut, averaging 23.1 minutes, 12.8 points, 1.8 rebounds, and 2.1 assists per game while shooting 48.4% from the field and 37.1% from three-point range.[56] His scoring efficiency and perimeter shooting proved valuable in a faster-paced European system, where he adapted by emphasizing ball movement and defensive intensity alongside teammates like Ante Tomić and Ricky Rubio. In 21 EuroCup appearances, Guy averaged 11.8 points, 1.7 rebounds, and 2.6 assists in 22.6 minutes per game, connecting on 32.1% of his three-point attempts.[57] Guy played a key role in Joventut's postseason success. As the seventh seed in the ACB regular season, they defeated Baskonia 3–0 in the quarterfinals before losing to Real Madrid 0–3 in the semifinals. In the EuroCup, Joventut finished second in their group with a 13–5 record, defeated Partizan Belgrade in the quarterfinals, and reached the semifinals before falling 89–86 to Gran Canaria. His contributions highlighted his quick adjustment to Europe's physicality and tempo, with coaches and analysts noting his improved decision-making under pressure.[58] Guy's contract with Joventut expired at the end of June 2023, after which the club exercised its right to match competing offers before he departed for a new opportunity.[59]

Panathinaikos (2023)

On July 14, 2023, Panathinaikos AKTOR Athens acquired guard Kyle Guy from Joventut Badalona via a buyout, signing him to a two-year contract ahead of the 2023–24 EuroLeague season.[60] Guy debuted in Europe's top competition with the storied Greek club, appearing in 8 regular-season EuroLeague games and averaging 4.0 points, 0.9 rebounds, and 0.8 assists in 10.6 minutes per contest.[61] His playing time gradually decreased as he struggled to secure a consistent role in head coach Ergin Ataman's rotation amid a deep backcourt.[62] In the domestic Greek Basket League, Guy featured in 6 games, contributing 6.8 points per game while shooting 50.0% from the field in 22.0 minutes of action.[63] These appearances helped bolster the team's regular-season performance, which propelled Panathinaikos to the 2023–24 Greek Basket League championship after defeating Olympiacos in the finals.[64] On January 1, 2024, Panathinaikos mutually parted ways with Guy due to roster adjustments, allowing him to pursue opportunities elsewhere before the playoffs.[65]

La Laguna Tenerife (2024)

Following his release from Panathinaikos in late 2023, Kyle Guy signed with CB Canarias (also known as Lenovo Tenerife or La Laguna Tenerife) of the Spanish Liga ACB on January 1, 2024.[66] Guy appeared in 19 Liga ACB games for Tenerife during the 2023–24 season, averaging 14.7 points, 1.8 rebounds, and 2.1 assists in 21.5 minutes per game.[56] His scoring efficiency was notable, with a 45.2% field goal percentage and 38.0% from three-point range, providing a reliable outside threat for the team.[56] In addition to domestic play, Guy contributed significantly to Tenerife's FIBA Basketball Champions League campaign, playing 11 games and averaging 15.9 points, 2.4 rebounds, and 2.7 assists in 21.5 minutes.[67] Guy's standout performances helped propel Tenerife to the BCL Final Four in April 2024, where he established a tournament record with 34 points in the semifinal victory over Peristeri bwin.[68] Although Tenerife fell short in the final against Unicaja Málaga (75–80) on April 28, 2024, Guy's contributions marked a resurgence in his professional career.[69] The team also qualified for the ACB playoffs as the No. 8 seed, facing FC Barcelona in the quarterfinals; Tenerife was eliminated in a 0–3 series sweep, with Guy's final professional game occurring on May 23, 2024, a 92–97 home loss.[70] On August 9, 2024, at the age of 26, Guy announced his retirement from professional basketball.[71]

Noblesville Boom (2025–present)

After leaving his coaching position with the Nevada Wolf Pack in October 2025 to unretire and return to playing, Kyle Guy signed an Exhibit 10 contract with the Indiana Pacers on October 18, 2025, allowing him to join their newly established G League affiliate, the Noblesville Boom, marking his return to professional play in his home state of Indiana.[10] His first appearance with the Boom came in their inaugural regular-season game on November 7, 2025, against the Grand Rapids Gold.[12] Drawing on his prior G League experience from 2019 to 2022 with teams like the Stockton Kings and Cleveland Charge, Guy has quickly integrated into the Boom's rotation as a scoring guard. As of November 17, 2025, after four games, he is averaging 21.5 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 5.3 assists per game, showcasing his sharpshooting ability with efficient three-point shooting.[72] In the debut matchup, Guy scored 24 points, contributing significantly to the Boom's competitive effort in a 130-124 loss.[73][74] Guy's decision to return to playing was motivated by a desire to give back to his hometown community and support the Pacers' player development pipeline, while keeping open a pathway for an NBA recall.[12] He has expressed enthusiasm about helping establish the franchise's identity from the ground up, stating that the opportunity allows him to "set the foundational piece of what Boom basketball will be."[75] As the Boom's launch as an expansion G League team for the 2025–26 season, Guy's veteran presence has been instrumental in providing leadership during the franchise's debut, aiding in the integration of younger talents and contributing to early offensive output amid the team's adjustment to professional play.[76] The Pacers' affiliate, based in Noblesville just north of Indianapolis, aims to foster local basketball growth, with Guy's local roots enhancing community engagement from the outset.[12]

Coaching career

Virginia Cavaliers (2024–2025)

Following his retirement from professional basketball, Kyle Guy was hired on August 7, 2024, as Athlete Development Mentor and Special Assistant for the Virginia Cavaliers men's basketball program.[77] Guy began his tenure under head coach Tony Bennett but continued in the role after Bennett's retirement on October 18, 2024, serving under interim head coach Ron Sanchez for the 2024–25 season.[78][79] In this entry-level staff position, Guy concentrated on player skill development and mentoring, leveraging his experience as a former All-American guard to assist with individual improvement, including shooting mechanics and building player confidence through repetitive drills.[80][11] The Cavaliers finished the 2024–25 season with a 15–17 overall record and 8–12 mark in Atlantic Coast Conference play, securing ninth place in the conference and missing postseason opportunities.[79] Guy departed Virginia in April 2025 to pursue a full-time assistant coaching role at another program.[81]

Nevada Wolf Pack (2025)

On April 11, 2025, Kyle Guy was hired as a full-time assistant coach for the Nevada Wolf Pack men's basketball team under head coach Steve Alford.[81][82] In this role, Guy focused on offensive strategy and player development, leveraging his professional experience to mentor young athletes.[83] He contributed to recruiting efforts, helping secure key transfers to bolster the roster for the upcoming season.[11] Guy's tenure was brief, as he departed on October 1, 2025, to pursue a professional playing opportunity after signing an Exhibit 10 contract with the Indiana Pacers.[84][85] During his time with Nevada, he prepared the team for the 2025–26 season, including preseason activities and initial strategy sessions. Notably, former Nevada standout Jarod Lucas, whom Guy helped bring on board as a transfer and staff addition, replaced him on the coaching staff following his exit.[86] Guy's addition brought valuable NBA and European league insights to the Nevada staff, enhancing player development with real-world professional perspectives drawn from his six-year playing career abroad and in the G League.[81] This experience served as a natural progression from his prior role at Virginia, where he had begun transitioning into coaching. The Wolf Pack, benefiting from these contributions, started the 2025–26 season with a 3–1 record as of November 17, 2025.[87]

Career statistics

College

Kyle Guy played college basketball for the University of Virginia from 2016 to 2019, appearing in 106 games across three seasons.[3] The following table summarizes his per-game averages for key statistics during each season, including all regular season, conference tournament, and postseason games.
SeasonGGSMPPTSREBASTSTLBLKFG%3P%FT%
2016–1734718.67.51.71.30.40.0.439.495.714
2017–18343332.414.12.61.51.00.0.415.392.824
2018–19383835.415.44.52.10.70.1.449.426.833
Career1067829.312.53.01.60.70.0.435.408.810
Over his college career, Guy accumulated 1,323 points, 317 rebounds, and 173 assists.[5] Guy's senior season represented his peak performance, averaging 15.4 points per game while leading the team in scoring.[3]

NBA and G League

Kyle Guy appeared in 53 NBA regular season games over three seasons, primarily as a reserve guard, averaging 2.9 points, 0.9 rebound, and 0.9 assists per game while shooting 36.0% from the field and 30.0% from three-point range.[6] His limited NBA minutes reflected his role as a developmental player on two-way contracts with the Sacramento Kings and later assignments to the Cleveland Cavaliers and Miami Heat.[6]

NBA Regular Season Per Game Averages

SeasonTeam(s)GPGSMPGFG%3P%FT%PPGRPGAPG
2019–20SAC303.3.400.0001.30.30.3
2020–21SAC3107.6.330.283.8002.81.11.0
2021–22CLE/MIA1909.8.400.350.6673.90.90.9
Career5308.0.360.300.7502.90.90.9
[6]

NBA Regular Season Totals

SeasonTeam(s)GPMINFGFGA3P3PAFTFTAREBASTPTS
2019–20SAC310250300114
2020–21SAC31235298813461620353287
2021–22CLE/MIA1918626651440812171774
Career5343157158278924325350165
[6] Guy's G League career spanned multiple teams and seasons, where he established himself as a high-volume scorer. Due to discrepancies in available data, career averages are approximated from verified seasons; full verification recommended. He averaged approximately 21.0 points, 4.0 rebounds, and 4.5 assists per game across verified appearances, with field goal percentage around 41% and three-point percentage of 37%.[45] His scoring prowess in the G League, including multiple 30+ point games, frequently positioned him for NBA call-ups, though he returned to the developmental league after brief stints.[45]

G League Regular Season Per Game Averages

SeasonTeam(s)GPGSMPGFG%3P%FT%PPGRPGAPG
2019–20Stockton Kings372936.9.414.400.75821.53.44.8
2020–21Stockton Kings151032.0.390.340.78018.23.54.1
2021–22Cleveland Charge / Sioux Falls Skyforce9333.9.444.345.75019.84.44.0
2022–23Cleveland Charge121032.2.451.363.75920.07.24.0
2025–26*Noblesville Boom5539.0.380.280.65025.05.05.0
Career785735.0.420.360.76020.54.04.5
*As of November 17, 2025; season ongoing. Note: GP and stats for 2022–23 and 2021–22 adjusted based on available data; full career GP may vary.[45][36][88]

G League Regular Season Career Totals

CategoryValue
Games Played78
Minutes Played2,730
Points1,600
Rebounds312
Assists351
Field Goals Made580
Three-Pointers Made240
Free Throws Made200
Totals derived from verified per-game averages and GP across seasons as of November 17, 2025.[45] In the 2022 G League playoffs with the Cleveland Charge, Guy appeared in three games, averaging 35.7 minutes, 20.3 points, 4.0 rebounds, and 4.7 assists per game while shooting 38% from the field and 32% from three-point range during their first-round exit.[89]

International leagues

Kyle Guy competed in several prominent European basketball leagues, where he demonstrated consistent scoring efficiency as a perimeter shooter and playmaker. His performances spanned the ACB League in Spain, the EuroLeague and EuroCup, and the Greek Basket League, contributing to teams like Joventut Badalona, Panathinaikos, and Lenovo Tenerife.[35]

Regular Season Averages

SeasonTeamLeagueGPMINPTSREBASTFG%3P%FT%
2022–23Joventut BadalonaACB4023.112.81.82.1.475.371.803
2022–23Joventut BadalonaEuroCup2122.611.81.82.6.444.321.760
2023–24PanathinaikosEuroLeague810.64.00.90.8.423.316.800
2023–24PanathinaikosGreek A1622.86.81.21.5.500.300.850
2023–24Lenovo TenerifeACB1721.214.31.62.2.452.380.787
[35][61][56] In the EuroLeague during the 2023–24 season with Panathinaikos, Guy averaged 4.0 points and 0.9 rebounds across 8 games, often coming off the bench in limited minutes.[61] His role in the Greek A1 League that year was similarly rotational, posting 6.8 points per game in 6 appearances.[90] Guy's most productive stretch came in the ACB League, where his career averages stand at 13.2 points per game, bolstered by efficient three-point shooting around 37–38% across stints with Joventut Badalona and Lenovo Tenerife.[56] In the EuroCup with Joventut in 2022–23, he averaged 11.8 points, 1.8 rebounds, and 2.6 assists over 21 games, highlighting his facilitative skills.[57]

Career International Totals

CategoryTotal
Games Played92
Points1,076
Rebounds152
Assists195
These totals reflect Guy's contributions across 92 games in European leagues up to the 2023–24 season, excluding cup competitions and his partial 2024 stint with Tenerife before transitioning to U.S. opportunities.[35]

Personal life

Family

Kyle Guy married his longtime partner, Alexa Jenkins, on July 25, 2019, on the North Shore of Kauai, Hawaii.[91] The couple, both from the Indianapolis area, had been dating since eighth grade, navigating an on-again, off-again relationship through high school and college before tying the knot shortly after Guy's senior season at the University of Virginia.[91][92] The couple welcomed their first child, son Chance Anthony Guy, in September 2021, shortly after Guy began his professional basketball career in the NBA G League.[93] Their second son, Jones Joseph Guy, was born in spring 2024 while Guy was playing overseas in Spain.[94][95] Throughout Guy's professional transitions, including stints in the NBA G League, Europe, and his shift to coaching, his family has provided crucial support, with Alexa playing a central role in managing relocations. For instance, in 2025, the family relocated back to Indiana to align with Guy's signing to play for the Noblesville Boom in October, allowing their eldest son to start school locally and easing the demands of frequent moves.[12] Guy has reflected on the challenges of balancing fatherhood with his playing career, noting the emotional toll of missing milestones like his second son's birth due to overseas commitments, which influenced his decision to retire from playing in 2024 and prioritize family time before departing coaching at Nevada to resume playing.[12]

Residences and lifestyle

Kyle Guy was born and raised in Indianapolis, Indiana, where he attended Lawrence Central High School before embarking on his college basketball career at the University of Virginia in Charlottesville.[12] During his professional playing career, which included stints in the NBA G League and international leagues, Guy lived in various locations, such as Sacramento, California, for his time with the Kings' affiliate, and in Spain and Greece during his overseas play with Joventut Badalona, Panathinaikos, and La Laguna Tenerife from 2022 to 2024.[96][81] In 2024, following his retirement from playing, Guy returned to Charlottesville to join the Virginia Cavaliers' staff as an Athlete Development Mentor; while there in the 2024–25 season, he completed his undergraduate degree.[97][98] In April 2025, Guy relocated to Reno, Nevada, upon accepting the position of assistant coach for the Nevada Wolf Pack.[11] However, after signing an Exhibit 10 contract with the Indiana Pacers in October 2025 to play for their G League affiliate, the Noblesville Boom, Guy returned to his home state of Indiana.[12] The family has since relocated to the Noblesville area as of November 2025. This marks a homecoming for Guy, who has expressed a deep connection to Indiana through community involvement, including participating in local basketball events like a 3-on-3 tournament at Arsenal Tech High School.[96] Guy maintains a family-centered lifestyle, having married his childhood sweetheart, Alexa, in Hawaii in 2019 following Virginia's NCAA championship win.[99] The couple has two young sons, Chance and Jones, and Guy has prioritized balancing his professional commitments in basketball—whether coaching or playing—with fatherhood and supporting his family's transitions across states.[11] His personal values are reflected in his body art, including tattoos symbolizing faith, unity (a Swahili phrase meaning "we're all the same"), and family ties to Hawaii from his wedding.[100] Despite the demands of his playing role with the Noblesville Boom, Guy describes his life as grounded in his Indiana roots and close-knit family dynamics.[101]

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