He averaged 16.0 points per game as a sophomore as Fairfield's record improved to 19-14 and the Stags took part in the CollegeInsider.com Tournament.

[4] Nelson was selected with the third overall pick of the 2018 NBA G League draft by the Greensboro Swarm.

[6] On February 28, 2020, Nelson was traded to the Texas Legends alongside Josh Perkins in exchange for Quincy Acy and a second-round pick in the 2020 G League draft.

[7] On November 23, 2019, Nelson recorded 17 points, one rebound, one assist and one steal in a win over the Windy City Bulls.

[8] On January 22, 2021, Nelson signed with the Rostock Seawolves of the German Basketball Bundesliga.