Yeshiva university alumnus Ryan Turell is hoping to become the first Orthodox Jewish player in NBA history. After being drafted no. 27 in the NBA’s G League in October, he made his professional debut Monday night for the Detroit Pistons. It was a historic Jewish moment, and Turrell came onto the floor late in the game to loud applause and even louder cheers when he touched the ball during his first possession.
RYAN TURELL MAKES HIS G LEAGUE DEBUT WITH THE @MotorCityCruise! 🔥
The @YUNews legend is looking to become the first Orthodox Jew in NBA history. pic.twitter.com/N7tGKJ5VoA
— NBA G League (@nbagleague) November 8, 2022
