Jan 24, 2024; Dallas, Texas, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Keita Bates-Diop (21) dunks during the second half against the Dallas Mavericks at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

Milwaukee Bucks Sign 6-Year NBA Veteran For Summer League

Originally posted on Fastbreak on SI | By Ben Stinar | Last updated Jul 5, 2025 2:04 AM ET

Keita Bates-Diop most recently played in the NBA during the 2023-24 season as a member of the Phoenix Suns and Brooklyn Nets.

He finished that year with averages of 3.7 points and 2.1 rebounds per contest while shooting 43.4% from the field 30.4% from the three-point range in 53 games (eight starts).

Recently, it was announced that the former Ohio State star will join the Milwaukee Bucks for 2025 NBA Summer League.

Via Eric Nehm of The Athletic: "The Bucks Summer League team will be coached by Jason Love and Spencer Rivers.

And this is the Bucks Summer League Roster:"

The Bucks Summer League team will be coached by Jason Love and Spencer Rivers.

And this is the Bucks Summer League Roster: pic.twitter.com/kl4SbiziVe
— Eric Nehm (@eric_nehm) July 3, 2025

Bates-Diop was the 48th pick in the 2018 NBA Draft after a fantastic college career.

He has spent six seasons with the Minnesota Timberwolves, San Antonio Spurs, Phoenix Suns, Brooklyn Nets and Denver Nuggets.

His career averages are 6.0 points and 3.0 rebounds per contest while shooting 47.4% from the field and 33.3% from the three-point range in 283 games.

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

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