As the NBA continues to roll along, entering perhaps the most entertaining stretch of the season leading up to the All-Star break, the NCAA remains a constant presence in the headlines, and not always for the right reasons. Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) rules and the transfer portal have dramatically reshaped the collegiate landscape. And now, things are getting even wilder.
First, 2023 31st overall pick James Nnaji set an unexpected precedent by moving from the professional ranks in Europe to America’s collegiate level, joining the Baylor Bears midseason in a decision that drew significant scrutiny from fans.