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Seven Former NC State Players Have Played in the NBA Finals

The 2025 NBA Finals start this evening, with the Thunder and Pacers tipping off at 8:30pm on ABC.

Seven former NC State players have gone on to play in the NBA Finals.

Former NBA Players who have Played in the NBA Finals

1) Josh Powell – 3 (2006, 2009 & 2010)
2) Chuck Nevitt – 2 times (1985& 1987)
3) Nate McMillan – 1 time (1996)
3) Chucky Brown – 1 time (1995)
3) Caleb Martin – 1 time (2023)
3) Omer Yurtseven – 1 time (2023)
3) John Richter – 1 time (1960)

Four former Wolfpack players have gone on to become NBA Champions.