Yes! Javon Small has officially joined the NBA—the Memphis Grizzlies chose him with the 48th overall pick in the second round of the 2025 NBA Draft .
Who is Javon Small?
A 6‑foot‑3 guard hailing from South Bend, Indiana. He played his freshman and sophomore seasons at East Carolina, then one year at Oklahoma State, before transferring to West Virginia for his final season .
In Morgantown, he averaged 18.6 points, 5.6 assists, 4.1 rebounds, and 1.5 steals—earning First-Team All–Big 12 honors .
Known for clutch performances: scored 31 against Gonzaga in the Bahamas, netted WVU’s final seven points in a dramatic win over Kansas at Allen Fieldhouse, and delivered 27 in an upset of Iowa State .
Contract & Next Steps
He’s expected to sign a two‑way contract, splitting time between the NBA and the G League’s Memphis Hustle. That deal typically includes about half the NBA rookie minimum (~$600K) .
He’ll debut in Summer League, with games tentatively scheduled for July 5 vs OKC, July 7 vs Utah, and July 8 vs Philadelphia .
❤️ Viral Family Moment
The draft night camera captured a deeply emotional moment as Javon’s grandfather leapt to his feet screaming, “My boy!”—a scene that quickly went viral on social media .
Javon described the moment as meaningful, saying, “My family is just my world … To see my pop pop … that’s who I do it for” .
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Overall, this pick represents a major milestone for Small—moving from standout collegiate guard to a pro poised to grow within the Grizzlies’ system. Exciting journey ahead for him and the Memphis fans!
