Dennis Rodman’s son aims to build on promising rookie season

After going undrafted in the 2024 NBA Draft, he entered the professional ranks via the G League, selected 43rd overall by the Capital City Go-Go, the Washington Wizards’ affiliate.

His stint in D.C. was brief, six games with modest numbers, before he was waived. A midseason move to the Maine Celtics, Boston’s affiliate, then offered him a fresh opportunity.

With Maine, Rodman became a steady contributor. Across 25 games, he averaged 6.8 points, 5.7 rebounds and 1.6 assists in 24 minutes per contest, shooting 42 percent from the floor and 40 percent from three on three attempts per game.

He showcased the rebounding instincts synonymous with his surname, recording 10 rebounds in a single half in January and posting double-digit rebounds three times. That included a 20-point, 12-rebound performance against the Osceola Magic and a season-high 16 boards against the Long Island Nets.

Rodman’s progress continued into the summer as he suited up for the Charlotte Hornets at the Las Vegas Summer League. He played a role in the Hornets’ title run, scoring 11 points with four rebounds, two assists and a steal in the championship game. 

Shortly after, he was acquired by Charlotte’s G League affiliate, the Greensboro Swarm, in a trade from Maine.

The move offers Rodman a new platform to grow within a system that values his defensive energy, floor spacing and grit. His foundation was laid during five years of college basketball, four at Washington State and one at USC, where he earned a reputation for leadership and two-way effort.

Now 24, Rodman is determined to write his own story, distancing himself from the flamboyance of his father’s off-court persona, much like his sister Trinity has done.

If his rookie season is any indication, he is on track to build a professional career rooted in hard work, resilience and steady growth, the same traits that have helped countless G League players earn NBA opportunities.