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Auburn Standouts Keyshawn Hall and KeShawn Murphy Earn NBA Opportunities with Exhibit-10 Contracts

Former Tigers sign with the Miami Heat and Washington Wizards as undrafted free agents, aiming to secure roster spots during the 2026 NBA Summer League in Las Vegas.


AUBURN, Ala. | Auburn Basketball's pipeline to the NBA continues to grow as recent graduates Keyshawn Hall and KeShawn Murphy have signed NBA Exhibit-10 contracts with the Miami Heat and Washington Wizards, respectively.

The two former Tigers will begin their professional careers as undrafted free agents and will compete for roster spots during the 2026 NBA Summer League, which opens July 3 and concludes July 19 in Las Vegas. Strong performances could position each player for an NBA roster, two-way contract, or developmental opportunity in the G League.

Hall leaves Auburn after one of the most productive single seasons in program history. During his lone campaign on the Plains, the dynamic scorer averaged 19.3 points per game, finishing with 694 total points, the fifth-highest single-season scoring total in Auburn history. He also established a new program record by making 228 free throws.

A proven offensive weapon throughout his collegiate career, Hall scored 1,892 career points while recording 19 games of 20 or more points during the 2025-26 season. He also posted seven double-doubles and became one of only two SEC players to finish among the conference's top ten in both scoring and rebounding.

Murphy developed into one of Auburn's most reliable frontcourt contributors. He averaged 10.7 points and 6.8 rebounds per game overall while elevating his performance during Southeastern Conference competition, averaging 11.2 points and 7.6 rebounds against league opponents.

His breakout moment came against Kentucky, where he poured in a career-high 25 points, showcasing the versatility and interior presence that attracted NBA scouts. Murphy finished the season with 13 double-figure scoring performances, providing consistent production on both ends of the floor.

The Exhibit-10 agreements represent important opportunities for both players to impress coaching staffs throughout training camp and Summer League competition. While not guaranteed NBA contracts, Exhibit-10 deals allow organizations to evaluate players in training camp and often serve as pathways to two-way contracts or G League affiliate opportunities.

Their signings further reinforce Auburn's emergence as one of college basketball's premier talent developers under head coach Bruce Pearl.

Hall and Murphy now join an impressive list of current Auburn players with NBA affiliations, including Johni Broome, Dylan Cardwell, Sharife Cooper, Chaney Johnson, Miles Kelly, Walker Kessler, Davion Mitchell, Isaac Okoro, and Jabari Smith Jr.

With Summer League tipping off in early July, both former Tigers will have the opportunity to prove they belong on an NBA roster and continue Auburn's growing legacy at basketball's highest level.


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-- By Andréa Mochida

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