The excitement continued even after the NBA Draft lottery, with a handful of standout selections. First up, Keyonte George, the scoring sensation from Baylor, was drafted 16th overall by the Utah Jazz. George was the Jazz’s second pick in the first round of the 2023 NBA Draft, marking a strong start for the team.
Jaime Jaquez Jr. was another player who found his match. Initially mocked to Miami at 18, the Miami Heat indeed chose him.