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Nate Ament

Nate Ament is an American basketball player who plays as a forward.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated September 10, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Nate Ament is an American basketball player who plays as a forward. He played college basketball for the Tennessee Volunteers and was selected 13th overall in the 2026 NBA Draft before his rights were traded to the Milwaukee Bucks.

Early life and high school career

Nate Ament was born on December 10, 2006, in Woodbridge, Virginia. He grew up in Virginia and attended Highland School in Warrenton. He emerged as a highly regarded recruit and was rated among the top prospects in his class.

College career

Ament played for the Tennessee Volunteers in the 2025-26 NCAA season. He entered the 2026 NBA Draft after his freshman season.

Professional career

The Miami Heat selected Ament 13th overall in the 2026 NBA Draft, and his rights were then traded to the Milwaukee Bucks. He signed a four-year NBA rookie contract with the Bucks on July 9, 2026.

Personal life

Ament holds Italian citizenship through his mother and has familial ties to Rwanda through her. Public profiles describe him as an American player with international family connections.

Key facts

  • Nate Ament was born on December 10, 2006, in Woodbridge, Virginia.
  • He played one college season for the Tennessee Volunteers.
  • He was a consensus five-star recruit and one of the top players in the 2025 recruiting class.
  • The Miami Heat selected him 13th overall in the 2026 NBA Draft, and his rights were then traded to the Milwaukee Bucks.
  • He holds Italian citizenship through his mother.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Nate Ament?
Nate Ament is an American basketball forward who played at Tennessee and was drafted into the NBA in 2026.
When was Nate Ament born?
He was born on December 10, 2006.
What team does Nate Ament play for?
He is listed as a forward for the Milwaukee Bucks.
Where did Nate Ament play college basketball?
He played for the Tennessee Volunteers.
What was Nate Ament's draft position?
He was selected 13th overall in the 2026 NBA Draft.
Does Nate Ament have dual citizenship?
He holds Italian citizenship through his mother.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nate_Ament
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, position, Tennessee career, 2026 draft selection, and Italian citizenship through his mother.
  2. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/nba/player/_/id/5164559/nate-ament
    Supports: Current NBA team listing, position, height/weight, birthdate, and draft information.
  3. Tennessee Volunteers — https://utsports.com/sports/mens-basketball/roster/nate-ament/22161
    Supports: College affiliation, draft status, and signing of an NBA rookie contract.
  4. USA Basketball — https://www.usab.com/players/nate-ament
    Supports: Hometown, high school, position group, and player bio details.
  5. RealGM — https://basketball.realgm.com/player/Nate-Ament/Bio/216549
    Supports: High school, hometown, height, and biographical details.