What is the NBA G League Draft? Rules and history

Dec 20, 2022; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Westchester Knicks guard/forward DaQuan Jeffries (5) passes the ball to guard Obadiah Noel (00) during the second half against the Memphis Hustle at Mandalay Bay Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Lucas Peltier-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 20, 2022; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Westchester Knicks guard/forward DaQuan Jeffries (5) passes the ball to guard Obadiah Noel (00) during the second half against the Memphis Hustle at Mandalay Bay Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Lucas Peltier-USA TODAY Sports /
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The G League doesn’t get a lot of recognition, so chances are, the majority of New York Knicks fans aren’t aware the draft will take place later this month.

The Westchester Knicks didn’t give fans much to cheer for in 2022-23 with their league-worst 9-23 record. Still, with the Knicks having players like Dylan Windler, Nathan Knight, and Jaylen Martin on two-way contracts, 2023-24 should be much more exciting.

What is the NBA G League Draft?

Similar to the NBA Draft, the G League Draft gives teams a way to add talent to their roster via players who were waived by NBA teams, players who went undrafted, and eligible international players.

When is the NBA G League Draft?

The NBA G League Draft will be held on October 28 at 1 p.m. ET.

How many picks do the Westchester Knicks have in the G League Draft?

Each G League team has three picks that are spread across three rounds. The Westchester Knicks can select a player with each pick or trade the pick away.

Which players did the Westchester Knicks draft in 2022?

In the 2022 G League Draft, Westchester selected forward Mayan Kiir with the No. 15 pick in the first round, guard Jahvon Blair with the No. 15 pick in the second round, and guard Dazon Ingram with the No. 15 pick in the third round.

Which players can be drafted to the G League?

There are 100+ players, 18 years or older, eligible to be drafted.

Can I try out for the NBA G League?

There is a National G League tryout each year made up of 200 players, and it costs $500 to apply for a tryout. Each team also holds a local tryout before the season starts, and they can invite up to five tryout participants to training camp.

How many teams are in the NBA G League?

There are 31 G League teams, and 29 of those are affiliated with NBA squads. The Suns are the only organization without a G League squad, but they announced during the offseason that they aim to have a team in 2024-25.

When do NBA G League training camps open?

Training camps open on October 30 and go through No. 9.

Full 2023-24 Westchester Knicks G League schedule

The Westchester Knicks will play their first game on Friday, November 10, against the Delaware Blue Coats. The regular season will conclude on Saturday, March 30. For a look at their full schedule, click here.