Hey folks! Basketball lover here. I've noticed that some schools seem to produce a lot of 'one and done' players in basketball. Can anyone help me figure out which colleges have the most 'one and dones'? Thanks in advance for any info!
Hello! As you're aware, 'one and done' is a term used in college basketball to describe athletes who enroll in college for one year and then leave school to declare for the NBA draft. This strategy has proven successful for many top basketball players, and several colleges are known for their high rate of 'one and done' players.
As far as specific colleges, the most notable for 'one and dones' are typically top Division I programs. Historically, Duke University and the University of Kentucky stand out because they have had a large number of recruited freshmen leave for the NBA after just one year.
In recent years, Duke has had prominent players like Kyrie Irving and Zion Williamson who were 'one and done'. The University of Kentucky, under coach John Calipari, has seen players like Anthony Davis and Karl-Anthony Towns do the same.
Another note is the University of Kansas. Players like Andrew Wiggins and Joel Embiid have followed the 'one and done' route.
Finally, it’s worth mentioning UCLA and the University of Arizona, who both have a history of players leaving for the NBA after their freshman year.
But it's important to remember that these trends can change based on several factors such as coaching staff, recruiting classes, and changes to NBA draft eligibility rules. Be sure to keep your eyes on the landscape of college basketball to see how these trends may evolve!
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