Michigan freshman Jett Howard has announced his plans for the NBA draft

Howard was named to the All-Big Ten third team after averaging 14.2 points, 2.8 rebounds and two assists with the Wolverines.

Michigan freshman Jett Howard will declare for the 2023 NBA draft and forgo his remaining collegiate eligibility, the program announced on Thursday.

Howard, the son of Wolverines head coach Juwan Howard, was named to the All-Big Ten third team after averaging 14.2 points, 2.8 rebounds and two assists on 36.8% shooting from 3-point range. He was ranked third in the conference in 3s (78).

The 6-foot-8 forward is considered a first-round pick this year given his ability as a scorer and shooter. He showed he can get hot in any game and went off for a career-high 34 points on Jan. 12 against Iowa with seven 3-pointers.

Howard has a great shooting form and can launch quickly, which will help him at the next level. Outside of his shooting, he has shown the ability to penetrate the paint and finish but it will be his shooting that teams will love.

Underclassmen have until April 23 to declare for the draft.

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