Texas power forward Kai Jones has announced on Twitter that he will enter the NBA draft. A sophomore from the Bahamas, Jones averaged 8.8 points and 4.8 rebounds in 23.8 minutes per game this season.
“Since I can remember, having the chance to play in the National Basketball Association has been my dream,” Jones wrote. “Growing up in the Bahamas, not many of my peers have had the opportunity that I have in front of me now, the ability to achieve those dreams. And for that I want to thank my family, especially my mom and dad, for providing me the opportunity to be in the position I am today.
“… With that being said, I will be declaring for the 2021 NBA Draft! I will be relinquishing my college eligibility and and intend to sign with an agent.”
Jones, 20, is ranked just outside the lottery in the latest look at the top 100 draft prospects by Jonathan Givony of ESPN. Jones is listed as 16th overall and third among power forwards.
Jones is overrated
He is 25th pick in my book
Your book? You can’t put 2 coherent sentences together in the comments.
He’s smarter than you though, Dr. Phil.
I don’t think DrPhil has a record to compare with. Silli though is a known convo-starter like disasters are.
I could see him having a similar career to Christian Wood. He may be great eventually, but it’s going to take a while, and maybe multiple organizations, before he reaches his potential.
Let us know when your book comes out. We will be sure to review it.
He’s got potential and upside. He’s 1st rd for sure. He’s got good size and movement for a big. He’s kind of raw but I see athleticism. For a guy his size that’s good. He’s not a lottery pick. He will need development in NBA gm. I see him in 20s.
If he’s under 6’ 10”, the Celtics will be all over this guy and then try to play him at Center. He’s a classic Danny Ainge pick.