Former Bradley standout Walt Lemon Jr. is joining the New Orleans Pelicans' roster of the MGM Resorts NBA Summer League in Las Vegas. League action begins on Friday with the Pelicans taking on the Raptors.
A two-time second-team All-Missouri Valley selection during his career, Lemon played for the Braves from 2010 to 2014. He ranks in the top 10 in three different categories in Bradley basketball history, placing seventh with 1,721 career points, 10th with 367 assists and third with 22 steals.
Also a two-time member of the MVC All-Defensive and All-Improved Teams, Lemon enjoyed his most productive season as a senior when he set career highs with 18.