Celtics draft and stash player from Anthony Edwards' draft class makes $5 million move to NCAA
Yam Madar, a player drafted by the Celtics in 2020, is making a significant move to the NCAA. He has signed a $5 million deal to play for LSU after spending several years playing overseas. This decision reflects the changing landscape of college basketball, particularly with the introduction of NIL deals.
- ▪Yam Madar was selected 47th overall by the Celtics in the 2020 NBA Draft.
- ▪He has been playing overseas for Hapoel Tel Aviv and other European teams.
- ▪Madar's $5 million deal with LSU is comparable to the salary of a top NBA draft pick.
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