Last Updated on April 21, 2026 by Mat Diekhake
Looking for a complete list of NBA players from mid-major colleges? While powerhouse programs dominate headlines, many mid-major basketball NBA alumni have carved out elite careers after developing outside the spotlight. Schools like the Gonzaga Bulldogs, Saint Mary’s Gaels, and Wichita State Shockers have produced standout talent, including stars like Damian Lillard (Weber State Wildcats) and CJ McCollum (Lehigh Mountain Hawks). The rise of mid-major players in the NBA highlights how elite talent can emerge from any level of college basketball.
This page is part of our NBA Players by College series and focuses on ACC schools.
- Gonzaga Bulldogs men’s basketball
- Saint Mary’s Gaels men’s basketball
- San Diego State Aztecs men’s basketball
- Wichita State Shockers men’s basketball
- Loyola Chicago Ramblers men’s basketball