NBA announces full list of early entrants for 2024 NBA Draft
The NBA announced on Tuesday that 195 players have filed as early entrants for the 2024 NBA Draft. Some of the players on the list are Bronny James (USC), Andrew Carr (Wake Forest) and Zach Edey (Purdue).
Players who have applied for early entry have the right to withdraw their names for consideration for the draft by notifying the league in writing no later than Sunday, June 15 at 5 p.m. ET. For the players to retain college basketball eligibility, they must withdraw by Wednesday, May 29.
The NBA also shared the list of international players who have filed as early candidates for the draft. One player of note is Zaccharie Risacher from France who is projected to be the No. 1 overall pick. He submitted his paperwork to be draft-eligible back in April.
“It’s always been my dream to get to the best league in the world,” Risacher told ESPN at the time. “I’ve been putting the work in for this since I was a kid. JL Bourg has given me an incredible opportunity to showcase what I can do. It’s been the perfect place to start my young career. I’m really grateful to have the opportunity to play for this organization.”
Three UConn players are also on the list. Stephon Castle, Donovan Clingan and Alex Karaban are looking to be NBA players after leading the Huskies to a national championship this past season.
Will Bronny James be a top NBA Draft Pick?
All eyes will be on James who is the son of NBA superstar LeBron James. If Bronny James enters the NBA draft, there will be speculation that he would want to play for his father.
“I’ve had a year with some ups and downs but all added to growth for me as a man, student and athlete,” Bronny wrote in his Instagram post when he entered the transfer portal. “I’ve made the decision to enter the NBA Draft while maintaining my college eligibility, and will also be entering the NCAA transfer portal. Thank you to USC for an amazing freshman year, and as always thankful for my family, friends, doctors, athletic trainers and fans for their support.”
The NBA Draft will be held on Wednesday, June 26 (First Round) at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York, and Thursday, June 27 (Second Round) at ESPN’s Seaport District Studios in New York.