Former North Carolina Tar Heels’ wing Cormac Ryan only spent one season in Chapel Hill, earning his starting spot and helping the program win the Atlantic Coast Conference title. And now, he’s taking the next step in his professional career.
Ryan went undrafted in the 2024 NBA draft but did spend Summer League with the Oklahoma City Thunder. He’s now sticking with the Thunder as he’s signed a deal with the team.
Per Hoops Rumors, the Thunder have signed Ryan to a deal and while they haven’t disclosed terms, it’s likely an Exhibit 10 deal as Hoops Rumors notes:
The Thunder have signed rookie free agent shooting guard Cormac Ryan, the team announced today. While the terms of the contract weren’t revealed, it’s almost certainly an Exhibit 10 deal.
Ryan played in 36 games for the Tar Heels last season, averaging 11.5 points, 2.8 rebounds and 1.2 assists per game. He played in 30.3 minutes per game becoming a key piece for Hubert Davis.
He had a career-high 31 points in a season-finale win over Duke that helped the Tar Heels clinch the ACC regular season title.
Ryan will likely head down to the Thunder’s G-League affiliate, OKC Blue, before the season starts.
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