Jordan Hawkins became UConn men’s basketball’s 15th NBA Draft lottery pick on Thursday night, selected by the New Orleans Pelicans at No. 14 overall.
The Maryland native was invited to the green room to hear his name called in person. After an emotional embrace with his family, he donned the hat, walked across the stage, and met Commissioner Adam Silver to commemorate the first seconds of his NBA career.
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— UConn Men's Basketball (@UConnMBB) June 23, 2023