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Projected second-round pick, and former Arizona forward, Zeke Nnaji reportedly worked out with the Heat on Sunday, according to Marc Spears of The Undefeated.
Nnaji was named the Pac-12 Freshman of the Year after averaging 16.1 points and 8.6 rebounds in 32 games played last season with the Wildcats. He projects to be a pick-and-roll option at the next level, either as a rim roller or pick-and-pop threat given his size and athleticism.
The 6-foot-11 forward has been training at Impact Basketball in Las Vegas. In addition to working out with the Heat, Nnaji has met virtually with several teams ahead of the NBA draft, including the New Orleans Pelicans, Utah Jazz and Washington Wizards.
Arizona forward Zeke Nnaji, PAC-12 Freshman of the Year, worked out for the Heat today, a source said. San Diego State guard Malachi Flynn also worked out for the Raptors today.
— Marc J. Spears (@MarcJSpears) October 25, 2020
Teams around the NBA can now meet in-person with prospects but are required to meet them in their home markets. Each organization is limited to 10 pre-draft visits so the Heat certainly appear to be interested in Nnaji and could look to target him with the 50th overall pick.
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