Branden Carlson went undrafted in 2024 after five seasons at Utah, where he left as the program’s career blocks leader. The center signed a two-way deal with Toronto, then joined Oklahoma City in November 2024 and won the 2025 NBA title. He signed a one-year deal with the Portland Trail Blazers in July 2026. On court, Carlson has worn the Nike KD 18, including the Chain Reaction and EYBL EP versions.