We look back at the recent NBA Draft on a few levels, then touch on some recent news more directly affecting the college game as well as recruiting in this all-important month for that.
Tag: NBA Draft 2016
Even in a good year for them, the NBA Draft was light on seniors
The past season was a big one for seniors in college, but that didn’t translate into much with the NBA Draft. It’s the latest reminder that the college game and NBA are different.
Once highly valued, big men didn’t have the best draft night in 2016
Once upon a time, big men were valued more highly than players at other positions who were of a similar talent level. If the 2016 NBA Draft is any indication, that time is in the past.
For some early entrants, draft night was a tough one
While some early entrants had good results, others had much less desirable results with the NBA Draft.
Talking Hoops With Ted Sarandis – June 22, 2016
The NBA Draft is almost here, and Ted joins us to focus in on it. We also touch on transfers and a big upcoming event.
After plenty of wins in college, Wiltjer hopes the NBA comes calling
Kyle Wiltjer won a lot of games in college and has had a long career playing off talented teammates. That could prepare him well for a potential NBA career.
After a tough end, North Carolina stars look towards the NBA Draft
Brice Johnson and Marcus Paige had a heartbreaking end to their college careers. Now they look towards the NBA Draft, with one Tar Heel star likely having a longer road ahead than the other.
Wichita State stars hope to repeat their act at the next level
Fred VanVleet and Ron Baker had a tremendous run at Wichita State and will occupy a prominent place in the program’s history book. Can they have a similar impact at the next level?
Gbinije’s long journey may still have the ending many expected at one time
Michael Gbinije seemingly fulfilled the potential many thought he had, though he traveled a circuitous route to get there. Will it end up in the NBA Draft, or will he have to fight harder to make a roster?
For Georges Niang, a path to the NBA may not include the draft
Georges Niang had a decorated four-year college career with plenty of production. Will that translate into getting drafted and then an NBA career after that?
