When the Phoenix Suns drafted French prospect Elie Okobo with the 31st overall pick in the 2018 NBA Draft, many fans assumed he would be taking Tyler Ulis’ spot on the roster.
General Manager Ryan McDonough confirmed that Okobo will be joining the Suns for the 2018-19 season, a message that Okobo’s camp shared with all 30 NBA teams before and during the draft and a big reason he dropped out of the first round despite being a first-round talent.
Okobo has a lot of skills, showed high productivity in the top level of French league (Serie A) and was rated anywhere from 15-30 on scout’s and team’ draft boards.