Former Edmond Memorial Standout Named NBA G League Rookie of the Year

Sean Pedulla is the second straight Oklahoma City native to win the award.

Apr. 2, 2026 at 8:20pm

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Sean Pedulla, a former standout at Edmond Memorial High School in Oklahoma City, has been named the 2025-26 Kia NBA G League Rookie of the Year. Pedulla is currently on a two-way contract with the Los Angeles Clippers and previously played for the Portland Trail Blazers' G League affiliate, the Rip City Remix, where he averaged 23.5 points, 5.2 rebounds, and 6.9 assists per game.

Why it matters

Pedulla's award continues a trend of Oklahoma City natives finding success in the NBA G League, following in the footsteps of Trey Alexander who won the award in 2025. This recognition highlights the talent pipeline from the Oklahoma City metro area to the professional ranks.

The details

After a strong performance in the NBA Summer League with the Portland Trail Blazers, Pedulla played 22 games with the Rip City Remix G League team, where he posted five double-doubles and scored 30 or more points seven times, including a season-high 46 points in early February. The Los Angeles Clippers signed Pedulla to a two-way contract on February 19, and he has since made his NBA debut and appeared in four games with the Clippers.

  • Pedulla was named the 2025-26 Kia NBA G League Rookie of the Year on April 2, 2026.
  • He signed a two-way contract with the Los Angeles Clippers on February 19, 2026.
  • Pedulla made his NBA debut with the Clippers on March 11, 2026.

The players

Sean Pedulla

A former standout at Edmond Memorial High School in Oklahoma City, Pedulla is currently on a two-way contract with the Los Angeles Clippers and was named the 2025-26 Kia NBA G League Rookie of the Year.

Trey Alexander

An Oklahoma City native who won the NBA G League Rookie of the Year award in 2025, paving the way for Pedulla's success.

Los Angeles Clippers

The NBA team that signed Pedulla to a two-way contract in February 2026.

Portland Trail Blazers

The NBA team that Pedulla played for during the 2025 NBA Summer League before joining their G League affiliate, the Rip City Remix.

Rip City Remix

The Portland Trail Blazers' G League affiliate team that Pedulla played for, where he averaged 23.5 points, 5.2 rebounds, and 6.9 assists per game.

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What they’re saying

“Pedulla is the second straight Oklahoma City native to win it, joining Trey Alexander who took home the award in 2025.”

— NBA Communications

What’s next

Pedulla will look to continue his strong play and earn more minutes with the Los Angeles Clippers as he aims to secure a full-time NBA roster spot.

The takeaway

Sean Pedulla's G League Rookie of the Year award highlights the growing pipeline of talent coming out of the Oklahoma City metro area, with Pedulla following in the footsteps of fellow OKC native Trey Alexander. This recognition could open the door for Pedulla to earn a more permanent role in the NBA with the Clippers.