With the NBA draft approaching, this year marks the absence of a prominent French prospect like Victor Wembanyama. Instead, Duke's Cooper Flagg is anticipated to be the top pick. Nevertheless, international talent remains significant, with estimates suggesting that about one-third of the 59 picks could come from abroad, mirroring the NBA's current makeup where approximately 30% of players are non-U.S. born. Notable international prospects include VJ Edgecombe from the Bahamas and Khaman Maluach from South Sudan, showing the increasing influence and potential of global players in the league.
Maxime Raynaud, a first-round prospect from France, emphasizes the importance of respecting those who paved the way for international players in the NBA.
The one-third estimate of international picks is consistent with the current state of the NBA, where around 30% of players are born outside the U.S.
Stanford center Maxime Raynaud reflects on the 'hungry mentality' and strong work ethic that international players bring to the draft.
Top prospects like VJ Edgecombe and Khaman Maluach show the rising talent from international backgrounds, ready to make their mark in the NBA.
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