Yo, I've always wondered about this. I'm a total basketball nerd and I follow the NBA intensely. I've noticed that some colleges seem to produce a lot of NBA players. Do any of you guys know which college has the most alumni in the NBA?
The University of Kentucky and Duke University are often at the top of the list for colleges with the most NBA players. As of recently, Kentucky has had more than two dozen players in the NBA, while Duke has been closing in on this number as well. These two schools have established stout reputations as strong basketball programs with multiple NCAA championships and consistently high recruiting classes.
Another notable mention would be the University of North Carolina, which has been a longtime powerhouse in college basketball, and has produced many NBA players over the years. These schools have impressively strong coaching, superb player development, and a history of deep postseason runs, points that often attract top-level high school talent.
It's important to note that although these schools have produced a lot of NBA players, many other colleges provide quality basketball programs that have also sent players to the NBA. The path to pro-basketball can come from many different places. Always remember to look past the number of NBA players when choosing a college and focus on factors like education, playing time, coaching style, etc.
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