On August 21st, according to NBA reporter Michael A. Scotto, the Miami Heat once again strengthened their roster before the start of the new season. They signed former University of Maryland star guard Jameel Young to a 10-day tryout contract. For the 24-year-old young guard, this is an important step in his pursuit of his NBA dream.

Jameel Young played for the Chicago Bulls in the 2025 Summer League and put on a stunning performance against the Milwaukee Bucks. He shot 12 -of -17 from the field, including 6- of -7 from three-point range , for 37 points, catching the attention of several NBA teams. This explosive performance became a turning point in his interest in Miami.

Last season, Young played in the G League for the Grand Rapids Gold and the Windy City Bulls. In 30 games, he averaged 21.5 points, 4.9 rebounds, 7.1 assists, and 2 steals per game, shooting 45.7% . Although he went undrafted in the 2023 draft, Young has consistently demonstrated his explosive offensive prowess and playmaking skills with various G League teams, gradually earning the approval of the coaching staff.

If Jameel Young ultimately stays with the team, he 's expected to spend most of his time in the G League, gaining more experience. However, if he can maintain his efficient performance in Summer League, he could potentially earn a call-up to the Heat's first team in future seasons, potentially even securing consistent NBA appearances. For an undrafted rookie, this is a truly valuable opportunity.

At present, Jameel Young needs to fully demonstrate his competitiveness through training camp and tryout period. Regardless of the final result, the comprehensive ability he showed in the summer league and G League has laid the foundation for his future in the NBA.