Former Ohio State hoops star Jamison Battle signs with the Toronto Raptors

Although Ohio State basketball forward, Jamison Battle, didn’t hear his name being called during the NBA draft, that didn’t deter him from trying to achieve his dream.

An opportunity to play on the Toronto Raptors summer league team was presented to him, and the lefty didn’t disappoint. Through two games Battle shot 66.7% from beyond the arc, showing his new team that he can play at this level.

The performance by Battle was enough to push the Raptors to lock him up with an undisclosed deal with the team that gave him a shot. It’s not the traditional way to get an NBA contract, but it’s doubtful that it matters at this point.

Congrats to Jamison, as he is getting his NBA journey started with all of Buckeye Nation following along.

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