Braden’s NBA aspirations

[proudopete]

Does Braden aspire to go to the NBA early?

I know all college players want to make the NBA but, doesn’t it seem like Braden especially wants to leave early and go at the end of this season.

What are the odds? I don’t think he has a chance to be a lottery pick but if he stays on the trajectory that he is on now, I could see teams maybe wanting to use a second round pick on him. The question is, if Braden’s aspirations would cause him to bolt early as a second round pick?

 

[BBG]

With NIL I think that staying in college is a lot more feasible for a LOT of players that otherwise would jump to the NBA. I think he will go through the process like Zach did, but also follow his path and return.

TKR I can see doing the same as well.

 

[qazplm]

Does Braden aspire to go to the NBA early?

I know all college players want to make the NBA but, doesn’t it seem like Braden especially wants to leave early and go at the end of this season.

What are the odds? I don’t think he has a chance to be a lottery pick but if he stays on the trajectory that he is on now, I could see teams maybe wanting to use a second round pick on him. The question is, if Braden’s aspirations would cause him to bolt early as a second round pick?

If you leave early, you really want it to be a first round guaranteed contract, because if it isn't then if you don't get picked up out of training camp you've actually probably thrown away some money compared to NIL.

So yeah ANY player should absolutely leave at any time if they are getting first round guarantees. Otherwise, you only leave if you aren't getting NIL and we all know he's getting NIL.

Do I think Braden can play in the NBA? Sure. TJ McConnell exists.

Do I think NBA teams will spend a first round pick on his this year? Highly unlikely. Only takes one though so if definitely put my name in if I were him, because of course you do that. Then if you are told first round, you leave, if not, you stay.

 

[DrEss]

Braden’s draft stock might not be any higher than it will be after this season. NIL $$ and maybe early portal signings for any perceived missing players for a 2026 final four run, would hopefully keep him in WL, but it might not be a given.

 

[ImRonBurgandy?]

He's not even on any draft boards...yet. only way I could possibly see him having enough stock to go early is absultely going parabolic in the tournament.

 

[qazplm]

Braden’s draft stock might not be any higher than it will be after this season. NIL $$ and maybe early portal signings for any perceived missing players for a 2026 final four run, would hopefully keep him in WL, but it might not be a given.

I mean he better hope it is or he's going to have a harder road

 

[New Pal Boiler]

Does Braden aspire to go to the NBA early?

I know all college players want to make the NBA but, doesn’t it seem like Braden especially wants to leave early and go at the end of this season.

What are the odds? I don’t think he has a chance to be a lottery pick but if he stays on the trajectory that he is on now, I could see teams maybe wanting to use a second round pick on him. The question is, if Braden’s aspirations would cause him to bolt early as a second round pick?

I guarantee you the Pacers are keeping a close eye on him. He would be a perfect fit for that offense.