Chris Youngblood

Christopher Youngblood (born February 9, 2002) is an American professional basketball player for the Portland Trail Blazers of the National Basketball Association (NBA), on a two-way contract with the Rip City Remix of the NBA G League. He played college basketball for the Kennesaw State Owls, South Florida Bulls, and Alabama Crimson Tide.

College career Coming to Kennesaw State from East Coweta High School, Youngblood was a three-year starter for the Owls. He averaged double-figures and improved his scoring average in each season. As a junior in the 2022–23 season, he led the Owls to their first NCAA tournament berth, earning first-team All-Atlantic Sun Conference honors.

After three seasons at Kennesaw State, Youngblood followed coach Amir Abdur-Rahim, transferring to South Florida with Owl teammates Brandon Stroud and Kasen Jennings. The trio led the Bulls to a surprising American Athletic Conference regular season title. Youngblood averaged 15.3 points per game and was named the AAC co-Player of the Year.

Following the 2023–24 season, Youngblood entered the transfer portal again. He ultimately chose to play for coach Nate Oats at Alabama in his hometown of Tuscaloosa, Alabama.

Professional career Oklahoma City Thunder / Blue (2025–26) After going undrafted in the 2025 NBA draft, Youngblood signed an NBA Summer League deal with the Oklahoma City Thunder. After an impressive preseason with the team, he signed a two-way contract with the Thunder on October 18, 2025. Youngblood made 32 appearances for Oklahoma City, recording averages of 2.0 points, 0.9 rebounds, and 0.3 assists. He was waived by the Thunder on February 6, 2026.

Portland Trail Blazers / Rip City Remix (2026–present) On March 2, 2026, Youngblood signed a two-way contract with the Portland Trail Blazers.

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