There are 15 Australian players signed to an NBA team for the 2025-26 season.
The National Basketball League (NBL) has become a preferred pathway to the NBA, with players like LaMelo Ball, Alex Sarr, and Josh Giddey taking this route instead of the traditional college route, resulting in contracts worth upwards of $25 million per season.
there’s never been a better time to be an Australian playing in the NBA
Author's summary: Australians shine in the NBA with 15 players signed.