Feb 29, 2020; Lubbock, Texas, USA; NBA Hall of Fame member Dennis Rodman greets the crowd during the game between the Texas Tech Red Raiders and the Texas Longhorns at United Supermarkets Arena. Mandatory Credit: Michael C. Johnson-Imagn Images Michael C. Johnson-Imagn Images

Dennis Rodman's Son Joins NBA G League Team

Originally posted on Fastbreak on SI | By Ben Stinar | Last updated Oct 27, 2024 2:01 AM ET

DJ Rodman played five seasons of college basketball for Washington State and USC.

He finished last year with averages of 8.4 points, 5.0 rebounds and 1.3 assists per contest while shooting 44.0% from the field and 36.2% from the three-point range in 32 games for the Trojans.

On Saturday, Rodman was selected with the 43rd pick in the 2024 G League draft by the Capital City Go-Go.

Via Chase Hughes of Monumental Sports Network: "The Capital City Go-Go, the Wizards' G League affiliate, drafted DJ Rodman (USC) today with the 43rd pick. He is the son of Hall of Famer Dennis Rodman and the brother of Trinity Rodman, who stars for the Washington Spirit."

The Capital City Go-Go, the Wizards' G League affiliate, drafted DJ Rodman (USC) today with the 43rd pick. He is the son of Hall of Famer Dennis Rodman and the brother of Trinity Rodman, who stars for the Washington Spirit. pic.twitter.com/AAlcGC4OcB
— Chase Hughes (@chasedcsports) October 26, 2024

Rodman went unselected in the 2024 NBA Draft, and he appeared in one NBA Summer League game for the Los Angeles Clippers.

His career averages in college were 6.1 points, 4.2 rebounds and 1.0 assists per contest while shooting 41.1% from the field and 35.4% from the three-point range in 143 games.

Trojan fans are going to love DJ Rodman! pic.twitter.com/dYeRaSaSUk
— USC Trojans (@USC_Athletics) May 10, 2023

At 23, will be a good prospect for the franchise to develop in the G League.

There is a always the chance that he could earn a two-way (or 10-day) contract with a team such as the Wizards.

Official: The Capital City Go-Go have selected DJ Rodman from @USC_Hoops with the 43rd pick in the @nbagleague Draft.

Help us welcome DJ to DC! pic.twitter.com/lUsmZHQJ83
— Capital City Go-Go (@CapitalCityGoGo) October 26, 2024

As for Rodman's father (Dennis), he is one of the most accomplished players in NBA history.

His career averages were 7.3 points, 13.1 rebounds and 1.8 assists per contest while shooting 52.1% from the field in 911 games.

He won five NBA Championships with the Chicago Bulls and Detroit Pistons.

This article first appeared on Fastbreak on SI and was syndicated with permission.

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