When Isaiah Todd, and several other high-profile players, opted to sign with the NBA G League Ignite, the former five-star prospect was viewed as a trailblazer. Todd helped launch the program and made a name for himself by doing so.
Of course, the Ignite complete their inaugural season in March as the group finished 8-8 and qualified for the playoffs in the truncated season at the Wide World of Sports Complex near Orlando, Florida. Todd was among the players that helped the Ignite become must-watch TV each game.
Todd averaged 12.3 points and 4.3 rebounds in 15 games with the Ignite.
He produced his best performance of the season when the Ignite needed a win and some help to qualify for the playoffs. On March 6, Todd registered his first double-double of the season with 25 points, 11 rebounds, three assists and two blocked shots.
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The opportunity to play in the G League last season helped Todd solidify his place in the upcoming draft class. He projects to hear his name called on July 29, and is hoping to carry his momentum from the G League into the pre-draft process.
The 19-year-old is currently training in Atlanta ahead of the draft and is slated to compete in the combine June 21-27 in Chicago. Given his skillset, Todd has been touted as a versatile prospect that could be a steal for a prospective team.
Todd recently sat down with Rookie Wire to discuss the pre-draft process, his experience last season with the Ignite, the upcoming combine and much more.
Please note this interview was minorly edited in its transcript for clarity