Category: 2022 NBA Draft

Projected first-round pick E.J. Liddell to hire agent, enter NBA draft

Liddell led the Big Ten in blocked shots and was ninth in the country in free throws made and seventh in attempts.

Ohio State Buckeyes junior E.J. Liddell announced recently that he will hire an agent and enter the 2022 NBA draft, forgoing his remaining collegiate eligibility.

Liddell, who was a consensus All-American, averaged 19.4 points, 7.9 rebounds, 2.6 blocks and 2.5 assists in 32 games this season. He led the Big Ten in blocked shots and was ninth in the country in free throws made (169) and seventh in attempts (221).

He will leave seventh in program history with 143 career blocks.

The 6-foot-7 forward tested the pre-draft process last year but ultimately decided to return to school. The decision to play one more season in college appeared to pay off as the 21-year-old is most commonly projected to be a mid-first-round pick.

Liddell proved to be a strong scorer throughout the season, finishing in double figures in every game. He showed promise as a floor-spacer after converting on 37.4% of his 3.8 attempts per game from 3-point range, while he also has a nice mid-range game, as well.

He will have the opportunity to participate in private workouts with teams and improve his draft stock. He also figures to be a strong candidate to earn an invitation to compete in the draft combine next month.

The 2022 NBA draft will take place on June 23.

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NC State sophomore Dereon Seabron to test NBA pre-draft process

Seabron was named the Most Improved Player in the ACC after averaging 17.3 points, 8.2 rebounds, 3.2 assists and 1.4 steals.

N.C. State Wolfpack sophomore Dereon Seabron announced that he will declare for the 2022 NBA draft while maintaining his remaining collegiate eligibility.

Seabron was named the Most Improved Player in the ACC after averaging 17.3 points, 8.2 rebounds, 3.2 assists and 1.4 steals in 32 games. He led the Wolfpack in scoring, rebounding, assists and steals, becoming one of four Division I players to lead his team in all four categories.

He was also named to the All-ACC second team.

The 6-foot-7 guard will now test the pre-draft process and gain feedback from NBA teams before making a decision on his future. He is projected by some to be a second-round pick and could elect to play one more season in college to improve his draft stock.

Seabron will have the opportunity to participate in private workouts with teams over the next two months. He could also be invited to take part in the draft combine or NBA G League Elite Camp in May from Chicago, Illinois.

The early-entry withdrawal deadline for underclassmen is June 1.

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Michigan State guard Max Christie to test NBA pre-draft process

Christie, who was named to the Big Ten All-Freshman Team, averaged 9.3 points, 3.5 rebounds and 1.5 assists.

Michigan State Spartans freshman Max Christie announced that will he declare for the 2022 NBA draft while maintaining his remaining collegiate eligibility.

Christie, who was named to the Big Ten All-Freshman Team, averaged 9.3 points, 3.5 rebounds and 1.5 assists in 35 games. He started every game this season and reached double figures 11 times and finished third on the team in scoring.

The 6-foot-6 guard is projected by some to be a second-round pick this year. However, it is expected that Christie will go through the pre-draft process to gain feedback from NBA teams and eventually return to school and improve his overall skillset.

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By testing the pre-draft process, Christie will have the opportunity to participate in private workouts with teams. He could also be invited to take part in the draft combine or NBA G League Elite Camp in May from Chicago, Illinois.

The early-entry withdrawal deadline for underclassmen is June 1.

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St. John’s guard Julian Champagnie to enter NBA draft, hire agent

Champagnie was named to the first-team All-Big East after averaging 19.2 points, 6.6 rebounds, two assists, two steals and 1.1 blocks.

St. John’s junior Julian Champagnie told Zach Braziller of the New York Post that he will declare for the 2022 NBA draft and forgo his remaining collegiate eligibility.

Champagnie, who was named to the All-Big East first team, averaged 19.2 points, 6.6 rebounds, two assists, two steals and 1.1 blocked shots in 31 games. He finished second in scoring in the conference and 35th in the country, overall.

The 6-foot-8 guard established himself as a great scorer at the collegiate level. He scored in double figures 26 times and had three 30-point performances last season. Champagnie tested the pre-draft process last year but ultimately opted to return to school.

Champagnie is most commonly projected to be a second-round pick this year. He will have the opportunity to improve his draft stock by participating in private workouts with teams. He also figures to be a candidate to earn an invitation to the draft combine next month.

The 2022 NBA draft will take place on June 23.

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Ohio State freshman Malaki Branham declares for 2022 NBA draft

Branham was named the Big Ten Freshman of the Year after averaging 13.7 points, 3.6 rebounds and two assists.

Ohio State freshman Malaki Branham on Friday told Jonathan Givony of ESPN that he will declare for the 2022 NBA draft while maintaining his collegiate eligibility.

Branham, who was named the Big Ten Freshman of the Year, averaged 13.7 points, 3.6 rebounds and two assists in 32 games. He was one of just five freshmen in the country to have multiple 30-point games, and one of two from a Power 5 school.

The 6-foot-5 guard proved to be a strong offensive weapon throughout the season, one that can score from all three levels. He wasn’t on the radar much entering the season but quickly shot up draft boards after a strong showing in conference play and is now a potential lottery pick.

Branham will have the opportunity to participate in private workouts with teams by testing the pre-draft process. He also figures to be a strong candidate to earn an invitation to the draft combine or NBA G League Elite Camp in May.

The early-entry withdrawal deadline for underclassmen is June 1.

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Wisconsin sophomore Johnny Davis declares for 2022 NBA draft

Davis was named the Big Ten Player of the Year after finishing third in scoring in the conference.

Wisconsin sophomore Johnny Davis announced Thursday on ESPN’s “NBA Today” that he will declare for the 2022 NBA draft and forgo his remaining collegiate eligibility.

Davis, who was a consensus first-team All-American, averaged 19.7 points, 8.2 rebounds, 2.1 assists and 1.2 steals in 31 games. He was also named the Big Ten Player of the Year after leading the Badgers to the conference regular-season title.

The 6-foot-5 guard had an incredible rise up draft boards this year and has his name in the mix to be a high pick. He finished third in scoring in the Big Ten and proved to be a dynamic scorer by creating for himself or by working in the mid-range.

Davis is considered to be a top-10 pick on June 23 after a tremendous season. With three 30-point performances, including a season-high 37 points against then-No. 3 Purdue, Davis showed all season long how dynamic of a scorer he can be and that should translate to the next level.

Underclassmen have until April 24 to declare for the NBA draft.

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Potential top-five pick Jaden Ivey declares for 2022 NBA draft

Ivey was one of just two players in the country to record at least 600 points, 175 rebounds, 100 assists, 30 steals and 20 blocked shots.

Purdue Boilermakers sophomore Jaden Ivey on Thursday announced that he will declare for the 2022 NBA draft, forgoing his remaining collegiate eligibility.

Ivey, who was a consensus All-American, averaged 17.3 points, 4.9 rebounds and 3.1 assists in 36 games. He finished as one of just two players in the country (Paolo Banchero, Duke) to record at least 600 points, 175 rebounds, 100 assists, 30 steals and 20 blocked shots.

With Ivey leading the way, the Boilermakers advanced to the Sweet 16 in the NCAA Tournament. He averaged 16.3 points, five rebounds and two assists in three games on 37.5% shooting from 3-point range as Purdue lost to No. 15 seed Saint Peter’s.

The 6-foot-4 guard was considered one of the top returning players this season, and that decision to come back paid off in a big way. Ivey boosted his draft stock throughout the season and appears to be a lock as a top-five pick on June 23.

Ivey is as explosive as they come with the ball in his hands, something that can fit in with any NBA team. His decision-making and shot creation seem to have improved throughout the season, which should help him now that he is transitioning to the next level.

The 20-year-old projects to be a dynamic player at the next level that can eventually develop into a franchise cornerstone. He accomplished quite a bit in just two years in college and will be looking to carry that momentum into the pre-draft process.

Underclassmen have until April 24 to declare for the NBA draft.

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Stanford forward Harrison Ingram declares for 2022 NBA draft

Ingram was one of just two true freshmen in the country to average at least 10 points, six rebounds and three assists.

Stanford freshman Harrison Ingram on Wednesday announced that he will declare for the 2022 NBA draft while maintaining his remaining collegiate eligibility.

Ingram, who was named the Pac-12 Freshman of the Year, averaged 10.5 points, 6.7 rebounds and three assists in 32 games. He was one of just two true freshmen in the country (Paolo Banchero, Duke) to average at least 10 points, six rebounds and three assists.

The 6-foot-7 forward is considered to be a possible first-round pick that will bring good size to the next level at 230 pounds. He has displayed good court vision, often making the right reads, and will be able to handle the ball some in the NBA.

Ingram will have the opportunity to participate in private workouts with teams to help improve his draft stock. He also figures to be a strong candidate to earn an invitation to the draft combine or NBA G League Elite Camp in May.

He isn’t viewed as the most athletic player in the draft and there are concerns with his shooting after converting on 31.3% of his attempts from 3-point range. However, Ingram will not turn 20 until November and still has plenty of room to grow.

The early-entry withdrawal deadline for underclassmen is June 1.

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Notre Dame guard Blake Wesley has made a decision on his future

Wesley was the only true freshman in the nation to record at least 450 points, 100 rebounds, 75 assists, 50 3-pointers and 39 steals.

Notre Dame freshman Blake Wesley on Wednesday told Jonathan Givony of ESPN that he will declare for the 2022 NBA draft and will likely forgo his remaining collegiate eligibility.

Wesley, who was named to the All-ACC second team, averaged 14.4 points, 3.7 rebounds, 2.4 assists and 1.3 steals in 35 games on 47.1% shooting from the field. He was the only true freshman in the nation to record at least 450 points, 100 rebounds, 75 assists, 50 3s and 39 steals.

The 6-foot-5 guard is considered to be a mid-to-late first-round pick given his ability as a scorer. He often beat defenders off the dribble and will bring good size with him to the next level. He has also shown promise on the defensive end of the floor with his length and athleticism.

Wesley has no plans to return to school and will likely remain in the NBA draft. He will have the opportunity to participate in private workouts with teams to help improve his draft stock and also figures to be a strong candidate to earn an invitation to the draft combine in May.

Underclassmen have until April 24 to declare for the NBA draft.

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Colorado State junior David Roddy to test NBA pre-draft process

Roddy is considered to be a borderline first-round pick after averaging 19.2 points, 7.5 rebounds, 2.9 assists, 1.2 steals and 1.1 blocks.

Colorado State junior David Roddy told Jonathan Givony of ESPN that he will declare for the 2022 NBA draft while maintaining his remaining collegiate eligibility.

Roddy, the Mountain West Conference Player of the Year, averaged a career-high 19.2 points, 7.5 rebounds, 2.9 assists, 1.2 steals and 1.1 blocks in 31 games. He became the 31st player in program history to reach at least 1,000 career points (1,406) on Dec. 11.

The 6-foot-6 forward is considered to be a borderline first-round pick after a strong season with the Rams. He presented a matchup problem for opposing teams given his size at 255 pounds and ability to score inside and out. He shot 43.8% from 3-point range on 3.4 attempts.

By testing the pre-draft process, Roddy will have the opportunity to participate in private workouts with teams. He also figures to be a strong candidate to earn an invitation to the draft combine or NBA G League Elite Camp in May.

The early-entry withdrawal deadline for underclassmen is June 1.

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