2025 Tryout Dates

Learn From a Former NBA First-Round Draft Pick Who LIT Up the League With 31-Point Outbursts and Double-Digit Rebounds

Byron Mullens

Head Director

Byron Mullens brings real NBA success straight to your child’s training. Not only did he dominate professional courts with huge scoring nights, he also matched up against the biggest names in the league

Now he’s ready to share those pro-level secrets at

Cincy Elite Basketball.

If you have a 4th–8th grader seeking a competitive edge, here’s how Mullens’s NBA resume can supercharge their development.

Key NBA Accomplishments

1. 2009 First-Round Draft Pick

  • Selected 24th overall—a prestigious entry into the league shared by future stars.
  • Earned the spotlight right from the start, expected to compete against the world’s best.

2. High-Scoring Charlotte Stints

  • Averaged 10+ points and 6+ rebounds with the Charlotte Bobcats (now Hornets).
  • Achieved a career-high 31 points against the Milwaukee Bucks.
  • Recorded 18 rebounds in one game—showcasing unstoppable tenacity under the rim.

3. Battling in Elite Franchises

  • Shared courts with Kevin Durant, Russell Westbrook, James Harden in Oklahoma City.
  • Learned advanced strategies under respected coaches at the Los Angeles Clippers.
  • Brought defensive grit and adaptability to the Philadelphia 76ers.

4. Multiple Double-Doubles

  • Consistently showed prowess as a well-rounded contributor—both scoring and rebounding.
  • Demonstrated polished shooting mechanics, agility, and post moves fit for the modern game.

5. World-Class Perspective

  • Transitioned to global leagues, refining his approach by absorbing diverse playing styles.
  • Integrated top-tier performance philosophies from around the world, now channeling them into youth player instruction.

Why These Achievements Matter for Your Child

  • Pro-Caliber Training: Mullens competed against NBA All-Stars and thrived with 30+ point performances—meaning your child learns genuine pro-level techniques.
  • Advanced Skill & Mindset: He excelled in the paint and could stretch the floor with his shooting—perfect for developing versatile young players.
  • Holistic Growth: Mullens’s focus goes beyond skill; he understands physical conditioning, mental toughness, and leadership principles essential to long-term success.
  • Modern Basketball IQ: Adapting to today’s fast-paced, positionless style is crucial. Mullens’s NBA and international experience helps your child become the total package.

What’s Next?

854 Reading Road, Mason, OH 45040

Cincy Elite Basketball Tryouts

February 5th - Register Now!

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February 9th - Register Now!

Important: Before registering for 7th or 8th grade tryouts, check OSHAA rules and guidelines (if applicable to your school team)

Secure your child’s spot now to learn from a first-round NBA draft pick who once dropped 31 points in an NBA game and battled some of the greatest athletes on the planet. Let their basketball journey soar with Byron Mullens’s unique blend of proven talent, global perspective, and unstoppable passion.

Act Now — Spots are limited.

Give your child the ultimate training advantage by learning directly from an NBA alumnus who knows how to dominate at every level of the game.
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Feb 5th & 9th

4th - 8th Grade