NBA executives advise first-round prospect to return to school
NBA executives have recommended that Koa Peat return to school for another season instead of entering the NBA Draft. Out of ten executives surveyed, seven advised him to stay in school, while only three supported his draft entry. Peat, who had a strong freshman season, is still considered a first-round pick despite a lackluster performance at the NBA Draft Combine.
- ▪Koa Peat was once ranked as a top-two prospect in high school.
- ▪Seven out of ten NBA executives advised Peat to return to school.
- ▪Peat averaged 14.1 points, 5.6 rebounds, and 2.6 assists in his freshman season.
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