Nigerian center James Nnaji is reportedly expected to play with the New York Knicks in the NBA Summer League, according to Jared Schwartz of the New York Post.
The Knicks acquired the draft rights to Nnaji from the Charlotte Hornets as part of the three-team trade involving Karl-Anthony Towns. Nnaji is currently in New York, working out with the team in preparation for their upcoming stint in the annual summer showcase.
Nnaji, the 31st pick in the 2023 NBA draft, played last season with Girona on loan from Barcelona, averaging 5.