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Arizona's Koa Peat is Trending Towards the 20s in NBA Draft

Arizona's Koa Peat is Trending Towards the 20s in NBA Draft

Summary

Koa Peat, a basketball player from the University of Arizona, decided to enter the NBA Draft instead of returning to college. Experts predict he will be picked around the 20th spot, possibly by the Denver Nuggets, due to his strong physical skills and defensive ability despite some concerns about his three-point shooting.

Key Facts

  • Koa Peat played college basketball at Arizona.
  • He chose to enter the NBA Draft rather than play another college season.
  • Mock drafts suggest he will be selected around pick number 20 to 30.
  • ESPN analyst Jeremy Woo predicts Peat might go 26th to the Denver Nuggets.
  • Peat's physicality and defensive versatility attract NBA teams.
  • His three-point shooting percentage in college was 35%, considered average for the NBA.
  • He did not attempt many three-point shots last season, which concerns scouts.
  • Peat is 6 feet 7 inches tall and known for his passing and strength.
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