Just before the 2014 NBA Draft, Isaiah Austin saw his dream of playing professional basketball dashed.
The former Baylor center was diagnosed with Marfan Syndrome, a genetic disorder that affects the body's connective tissue. NBA commissioner Adam Silver made Austin a ceremonial pick between the No. 15 and No. 16 picks of the draft on June 26, 2014, to at least fulfill Austin's dream of getting drafted.
But now, the 7-1 Austin is officially a professional basketball player. He signed a contract with KK Crvena zvezda, a European basketball club based in Belgrade, and part of the Red Star Sports Society.