Three former Kentucky Wildcats have new NBA homes.
Yesterday was the second round of the NBA Draft, and Antonio Reeves heard his name called about midway through the round, as Kentucky’s leading scorer was picked 47th overall by the New Orleans Pelicans.
Reeves joins a Pelicans team coming off a playoff appearance with Zion Williamson, Brandon Ingram, and CJ McCollum.
The pick drew praise from Jonathan Givony, who said Reeves has an argument to be the best shooter in the class.
“They might be getting the best shooter in this draft. He made 45% of his 3’s this year. He’s A first team all-SEC player… He’s not just a shooter. He carried Kentucky for long stretches… I like this pick for New Orleans”
— Jonathan Givony on Antonio Reeves pic.twitter.com/yr6W5thuIZ
— Pelicans Film Room (@PelsFilmRoom) June 27, 2024
Reeves was the only Cat that was drafted in the second round, but two other former Cats signed deals with teams.
Justin Edwards going undrafted came as a bit of a surprise. Despite not quite living up to preseason expectations, Edwards flashed a lot of potential, and many expected him to be drafted off that.
However, Edwards quickly signed a two-way deal with the Philadelphia 76ers.
Kentucky Sports Radio’s Jack Pilgrim reported late last night that Tre Mitchell reached an agreement with the Oklahoma City Thunder on a Summer League deal.
Congrats to these former Cats on the next steps in their basketball journey!
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That Reeves floater always felt automatic.
Headlines
Analysts grade Antonio Reeves pick – Herald Leader
A lot of praise for Reeves.
Cedric Works is a big get for UK Football – Cats Pause
A big win on the recruiting trail.
Who could be the next commitment for UK Football? – KSR
Still some big names to keep an eye on.
Former UK golfers will play in ISCO championship – Vaught’s Views
Cool opportunity for the former UK golfers.
Nuggets working on big contract extension for Murray – CBS Sports
Another former Cat on the verge of landing a huge contract.
Randall Cobb, family lucky to be alive after house fire – ESPN
A scary situation for the former Cat. Glad to see everyone was ok.
Oilers part ways with GM following Stanley Cup final appearance – Bleacher Report
It was reportedly a mutual decision.
Will Ohtani participate in HR Derby? – Yahoo
The Dodgers seem unsure about the idea.
Jury enters $4B verdict in NFL Sunday Ticket case – NBC Sports
The league is going to have to pay up.
