Ben Saraf, a 19-year-old Israeli guard playing for ratiopharm Ulm, announced his intention to enter the 2025 NBA draft, citing his readiness after competing in European basketball. Currently ranked No. 23 by ESPN, Saraf averages 12.2 points and 4.3 assists, contributing to Ulm's second-place standing. His impressive performance at the FIBA U18 EuroBasket, where he was named MVP, showcases his scoring, playmaking, and strategic abilities, signaling his potential impact in the NBA.
"This is the right time for me," Saraf said. "After playing against the highest levels of competition in European basketball, I am ready and excited for the draft, but first we need to finish the season strong in Ulm."
Saraf was named MVP of the FIBA U18 EuroBasket last summer after an explosive showing, posting 28.1 points, 5.3 assists, 5.0 rebounds and 4.0 steals in 33 minutes per game while helping Israel qualify for the FIBA U19 World Cup.
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