Bittle Shines In 2026 Summer League; Angel, Bamba Limited

Three former Oregon Ducks players headed to Las Vegas for the 2026 NBA Summer League, and the results told very different stories. Nate Bittle stood out as the league’s most productive big man, while Brandon Angel and TJ Bamba saw only fleeting moments on the floor. The 10‑day showcase serves as a critical proving ground for undrafted talent and recent transfers looking to latch onto professional opportunities.

Nate Bittle’s Solid Summer League Showing

Bittle, a third‑team All‑Big Ten selection two seasons ago, signed an Exhibit‑10 deal with the Toronto Raptors after going undrafted in 2026. In four games for Toronto he posted averages of 9.8 points, 6.8 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 2.8 blocks per game, hitting 43.8 % of his 16 three‑point attempts. A costly turnover late in the Raptors’ opening contest against the Boston Celtics decided that game, but he responded quickly by notching nine points and six rebounds in a one‑point victory a few days later. His summer league performance has sparked talk of a possible G League assignment with the Raptors 905 next season.

Brandon Angel’s Brief Toronto Stint

Angel joined the Raptors as a bench options and appeared in three summer league contests for the team. He averaged 2.7 points and 3.0 rebounds while logging just 34 total minutes in Las Vegas. Angel spent last season in Israel’s Winner League, where he averaged 16.9 points and 7.9 rebounds per game, suggesting he could be headed overseas again. His limited role in Toronto highlights the competitive nature of roster spots in the league.

TJ Bamba’s Limited Impact and Overseas History

Bamba spent his summer league time with the Denver Nuggets, accumulating 26 minutes of action and netting seven points with three rebounds. The limited court time meant he wasn’t able to make a strong impression during the Las Vegas showcase. Bamba previously logged 12.3 points and 3.5 rebounds per game in Germany’s easyCredit BBL League, and he also saw brief action with the Brooklyn Nets’ summer league team in 2025. His overseas experience, combined with the quiet summer in Denver, leaves many wondering where his next professional stop will be.

Overall, the 2026 summer league emphasized how quickly chances can shift for former Ducks, with Bittle’s solid numbers potentially unlocking a G League pathway while Angel and Bamba continue to navigate the overseas circuit after quiet nights under the bright lights of Las Vegas.