Hey everyone. So I'm a high school junior who loves playing basketball and I'm also hoping to play at the collegiate level. One day, if everything goes well, I might aim to join the NBA. I was wondering if there are certain colleges that are known to send the most players to the NBA? I think that info might help guide my college search process. Thanks a lot!
Sure thing! Historically, the University of Kentucky has been the college that has sent the most players to the NBA. Led by Coach John Calipari, Kentucky has consistently recruited and developed top-tier talent who later declared for the NBA draft.
From 2010 to 2021 alone, the University of Kentucky had over 30 players who were drafted into the NBA, including several who were top-5 picks. Among these players are Anthony Davis, John Wall, De'Aaron Fox, and Devin Booker, who have all made significant impacts in their respective NBA teams.
Another college to consider would be Duke University. Under Coach Mike Krzyzewski, Duke had a storied history of sending players to the NBA. Notables include Kyrie Irving, Zion Williamson, and Jayson Tatum.
Just remember, while these schools have a track-record of producing NBA players, getting there depends on a lot more than just the basketball program. Your own talent, work ethic, and determination will be the biggest factors. Also, don't overlook the importance of a college education even if your dreams are NBA-centered. In case the pro path doesn't work out, it's helpful to have a solid academic foundation and degree to fall back on. So while choosing a college, make sure to consider all factors, including academics, location, student body, etc., in addition to the sports program.
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