NBA G League Tryouts 2027: Open Tryouts, Teams, Dates & How to Register
Last updated: November 4, 2026
Looking for NBA G League tryouts in 2027? The NBA G League offers local open tryouts where eligible basketball players can compete for an opportunity to earn an invitation to a professional training camp.
You don't necessarily need to be selected in the NBA Draft or have an agent to attend an official local tryout.
NBA G League teams organize evaluations for prospective players, including former college athletes, international players, and eligible free agents looking for a professional basketball opportunity.
Below, you'll find information about NBA G League tryout dates, participating teams, registration fees, eligibility requirements, and how to pursue an opportunity for the next season.
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NBA G League Tryouts 2027: Latest Updates
As of November 4, 2026, official local tryout dates for the 2027–28 NBA G League season have not been announced.
The most recent local tryout period took place between August 29 and October 4, 2026, ahead of the 2026–27 season.
These tryouts have already concluded. However, reviewing the previous schedule can help prospective players understand when teams typically recruit and where evaluations are held.
Official NBA G League tryout calendar: https://gleague.nba.com/local-tryouts-2026
NBA G League Teams That Held Open Tryouts in 2026
The following teams published local tryout dates for the 2026–27 season.
All events listed below are completed. They are provided as references for athletes preparing for future tryouts.
1. Texas Legends — Dallas, Texas
NBA Affiliate: Dallas Mavericks
Dates: September 19 and September 26, 2026
Location: Prestonwood Baptist Church
Address: 6801 W. Park Boulevard, Plano, TX
Registration fee: $300 per session
Opportunity: Evaluation for an invitation to training camp
The Texas Legends organized two separate tryout sessions for players interested in joining their professional basketball program.
Participants were evaluated by coaches and basketball operations personnel.
Players wishing to attend both sessions had to register and pay separately.
Official information: https://texas.gleague.nba.com/local-tryouts
2. Greensboro Swarm — Greensboro, North Carolina
NBA Affiliate: Charlotte Hornets
Date: September 19, 2026
Location: UNCG Kaplan Center for Wellness
Address: 1301 W. Gate City Boulevard, Greensboro, NC
Check-in: 9:00–10:30 AM
Tryout: 10:30 AM–2:00 PM
Registration: Reached capacity for the 2026 event
The Greensboro Swarm hosted an open evaluation for players seeking an invitation to the team's training camp.
The organization evaluates prospective players through basketball drills and competitive situations.
Official information: https://greensboro.gleague.nba.com/news/greensboro-swarm-announce-2026-27-open-tryouts-presented-by-greensboro-sports-performance
3. Cleveland Charge — Cleveland, Ohio
NBA Affiliate: Cleveland Cavaliers
Date: September 26, 2026
Location: HoopTech
Address: 7717 Victory Lane, North Ridgeville, OH
Time: 10:00 AM–12:30 PM
Opportunity: Evaluation for a potential training camp invitation
The Cleveland Charge hosted a local open tryout where coaches and front-office personnel evaluated participants.
Players were required to complete registration, eligibility, and medical consent paperwork.
Official information: https://cleveland.gleague.nba.com/news/cleveland-charge-2026-open-tryout
4. Delaware Blue Coats — Delaware and New Jersey
NBA Affiliate: Philadelphia 76ers
The Delaware Blue Coats organized two local tryout events ahead of the 2026–27 season.
Tryout 1
Date: September 12, 2026
Location: Rowan University, Esbjornson Gymnasium
City: Glassboro, New Jersey
Time: 9:00 AM–12:00 PM
Tryout 2
Date: October 4, 2026
Location: Chase Fieldhouse
Address: 401 Garasches Lane, Wilmington, DE
Time: 8:00–11:00 AM
The Blue Coats announced that basketball personnel from both their organization and the Philadelphia 76ers would evaluate participating players.
Official information: https://bluecoats.gleague.nba.com/news/blue-coats-to-hold-local-player-tryouts-in-south-jersey-and-wilmington
5. Motor City Cruise — Detroit, Michigan
NBA Affiliate: Detroit Pistons
Date: September 13, 2026
Location: Henry Ford Detroit Pistons Performance Center
Address: 6201 Second Avenue, Detroit, MI
Start time: 12:00 PM
Registration fee: $250
Opportunity: Invitation to training camp
The Motor City Cruise held a one-day open tryout where participants competed in drills and scrimmages.
Detroit Pistons and Motor City Cruise basketball operations personnel were present to evaluate players.
Official information: https://detroit.gleague.nba.com/news/motor-city-cruise-announces-open-player-tryouts-2
6. Windy City Bulls — Chicago, Illinois
NBA Affiliate: Chicago Bulls
Date: September 26, 2026
Location: Chicago Hope Academy Fieldhouse
Address: 2641 W. Harrison Street, Chicago, IL
Time: 8:00–11:30 AM
Registration fee: $250, plus applicable taxes and fees
Capacity: Limited to 100 participants
The Windy City Bulls hosted an open player tryout for athletes competing for a potential training camp invitation.
The evaluation was conducted by basketball operations personnel.
Official information: https://windycity.gleague.nba.com/news/windy-city-bulls-to-hold-local-open-player-tryout
7. Rio Grande Valley Vipers — Edinburg, Texas
NBA Affiliate: Houston Rockets
Date: September 12, 2026
Location: DHR Health Sports & Wellness Center
Address: 315 Mark S. Peña Drive, Edinburg, TX
Registration fee: $150
Opportunity: Evaluation by the team's coaching staff and general manager
The Rio Grande Valley Vipers held an open tryout for players seeking consideration for training camp and a potential NBA G League contract.
Official information: https://riograndevalley.gleague.nba.com/news/vipers-to-host-player-tryouts-in-the-rio-grande-valley
8. Long Island Nets — Long Island, New York
NBA Affiliate: Brooklyn Nets
Date: September 13, 2026
Location: LIU Post, Pratt Recreational Center
City: Old Westbury, New York
Morning session: 9:00 AM
Afternoon session: 1:00 PM
Participants completed basketball drills and scrimmages led by Brooklyn Nets and Long Island Nets personnel.
Official information: https://longisland.gleague.nba.com/news/long-island-nets-to-hold-local-player-tryouts-presented-by-hss-at-liu-post-on-sept-13
9. Laketown Squadron — New Orleans, Louisiana
NBA Affiliate: New Orleans Pelicans
Date: September 19, 2026
Location: Hertz Center at Tulane University
Address: 2800 Ben Weiner Drive, New Orleans, LA
Time: 8:30 AM–approximately 12:00 PM
Registration fee: $300
The Laketown Squadron evaluated prospective players for invitations to the team's 2026–27 training camp.
Official information: https://laketown.gleague.nba.com/news/laketown-squadron-to-host-open-tryout
10. Sioux Falls Skyforce — Miami, Florida
NBA Affiliate: Miami Heat
Date: September 27, 2026
Location: Kaseya Center
Address: 601 Biscayne Boulevard, Miami, FL
Time: 9:00 AM–4:00 PM
Check-in: 8:00 AM
Although the Skyforce are based in South Dakota, their 2026 local tryout took place in Miami.
Participants competed in front of Skyforce coaches and Miami Heat personnel.
Official information: https://siouxfalls.gleague.nba.com/news/sioux-falls-skyforce-to-hold-local-player-tryouts-september-27-at-the-kaseya-center
When Will NBA G League Tryouts for 2027 Be Announced?
NBA G League local tryouts typically take place during the offseason before training camps begin.
For the 2026–27 season, the league scheduled local tryouts between late August and early October 2026.
Based on that schedule, players preparing for the 2027–28 season should begin monitoring official team announcements during summer 2027.
No specific 2027 tryout dates should be considered confirmed until the league or individual teams announce them.
The NBA G League publishes an official team-by-team tryout calendar, making it one of the most reliable places to find upcoming opportunities.
How Do NBA G League Open Tryouts Work?
NBA G League local tryouts allow eligible players to demonstrate their abilities in front of professional basketball evaluators.
Depending on the team, participants may complete:
Basketball skill drills
Five-on-five scrimmages
Defensive and offensive evaluations
Position-specific assessments
Competitive on-court situations
The goal is to identify players who could potentially contribute to the team's training camp roster.
Under the league's published local tryout process, each team may invite up to three players from its tryout to training camp.
An invitation to training camp does not guarantee a professional contract or a place on the final roster.
Can You Actually Make the NBA G League Through an Open Tryout?
Yes. The NBA G League has documented players who entered through local tryouts and advanced into professional basketball.
Examples include:
Jonathon Simmons
Simmons participated in an Austin Spurs local tryout in 2013 and eventually reached the San Antonio Spurs in the NBA.
Craig Randall II
Randall entered through the Long Island Nets' local tryout pathway and later earned the NBA G League's Most Improved Player award for the 2021–22 season.
These examples show that local tryouts can lead to professional opportunities, although they are exceptional outcomes rather than typical results.
Source: https://gleague.nba.com/how-rosters-are-built
How Much Do NBA G League Tryouts Cost?
Registration fees vary by team.
Published 2026 examples include:
Rio Grande Valley Vipers: $150
Motor City Cruise: $250
Windy City Bulls: $250, plus applicable taxes and fees
Texas Legends: $300 per session
Laketown Squadron: $300
These figures are examples from the completed 2026 tryout cycle, not confirmed prices for 2027.
Players may also need to cover transportation, accommodation, meals, and other personal expenses.
Always register through the team's official website and review its refund policy before paying.
Who Is Eligible for NBA G League Tryouts?
NBA G League teams require participants to meet the league's eligibility standards.
Players may come from backgrounds including:
NCAA Division I basketball
NCAA Division II and III basketball
NAIA basketball
Junior college basketball
International professional basketball
Other professional or competitive basketball programs
However, previous participation at one of these levels does not automatically make a player eligible.
Each participant must meet the applicable NBA G League eligibility requirements and complete the team's required registration paperwork.
Teams may require identification, medical consent forms, and signed waivers.
How to Join the NBA G League Without Being Drafted
1. Attend a Local Open Tryout
One of the most direct public pathways is attending an official team tryout.
These events provide opportunities to demonstrate your basketball skills to professional coaches and basketball operations personnel.
2. Prepare Your Basketball Highlights
Before reaching out to teams, prepare a player profile that includes:
Full name
Age, height, and weight
Playing position
College or previous professional team
Recent statistics
Basketball highlight video
Full-game footage
Current contact information
A short highlight video can introduce your abilities, while full-game footage helps evaluators assess your decision-making and consistency.
3. Research Team Coaching Staff
NBA G League organizations have coaching staffs and basketball operations departments responsible for player evaluation and roster decisions.
Players can research official team websites to identify appropriate recruiting channels.
Keep outreach professional and targeted rather than sending the same generic message to every contact.
4. Understand Other G League Entry Routes
Local tryouts are only one way players enter the NBA G League.
Other pathways include the NBA G League Draft, NBA affiliate player arrangements, returning-player rights, and NBA two-way contracts.
The appropriate pathway depends on the player's eligibility and basketball background.
Official explanation: https://gleague.nba.com/how-rosters-are-built
Is It Hard to Make an NBA G League Team?
Yes. Competition for NBA G League roster positions is extremely high.
Teams evaluate experienced college players, international professionals, former NBA players, and other highly competitive athletes.
Open tryouts offer a genuine evaluation opportunity, but only a limited number of participants may advance to training camp.
Players should approach these events as professional evaluations, not guaranteed recruitment opportunities.
Other Professional Basketball Leagues to Consider
The NBA G League is not the only basketball organization where players can pursue opportunities.
Other leagues worth researching include:
The Basketball League (TBL)
TBL operates professional basketball teams and organizes combines and player evaluation opportunities.
American Basketball Association (ABA)
ABA teams may recruit through open tryouts and direct player outreach. Team activity, operating standards, and compensation can vary.
East Coast Basketball League (ECBL)
The ECBL provides competitive basketball opportunities through independently operated teams, including league-wide and team-specific evaluations.
Players should verify whether a particular team offers paid professional contracts, semi-professional participation, or another arrangement before committing.
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Frequently Asked Questions About NBA G League Tryouts
Are there NBA G League tryouts in 2027?
The NBA G League regularly organizes offseason local tryouts. However, official dates for the 2027–28 season have not yet been announced as of November 4, 2026.
Can anyone try out for the NBA G League?
Eligible players may register for public local tryouts, subject to each team's requirements, available capacity, and registration procedures.
How much does a G League tryout cost?
Published 2026 registration fees varied by team, with examples ranging from $150 to $300. Fees for future tryouts have not yet been confirmed.
Do you need an agent to attend a G League tryout?
An agent is not generally required to register for publicly advertised local tryouts, provided the athlete meets the team's eligibility requirements.
Can you make the NBA through a G League tryout?
It is possible. Jonathon Simmons is a documented example of a player who progressed from a local tryout to the NBA. However, this outcome is uncommon.
When do NBA G League tryouts usually happen?
Local tryouts typically occur during the offseason, often between August and October, before teams begin training camp.
Where can I find NBA G League tryouts near me?
Visit the official NBA G League local tryout directory and review individual team websites for announcements, dates, locations, and registration links.
Do G League teams accept highlight videos?
Teams have their own evaluation and recruiting procedures. Players should use official team contact channels to ask whether film submissions are accepted.
How many players can advance from a local tryout?
The NBA G League's current local tryout guidance states that teams may invite up to three participants from their respective tryouts to training camp.
Official NBA G League Tryout Resources
This page will be updated as NBA G League teams announce their next local tryout dates.