Not in the short-term of course, as collegiate athletes aren't paid at all, but rather looking ahead to the NBA Draft. Big-time performances in the NCAA tournament can have a big impact on their draft status. Lottery Locks: Lonzo Ball, Josh Jackson and Jayson TatumLonzo Ball, Josh Jackson and Jayson Tatum are going to be lottery picks in the upcoming NBA Draft. Entering March, each of these were projected to be top-five picks, and their performances have done nothing to change that. The point guard doesn't have to be the leader, but Ball showed he can be that guy and carry his team on the big stage.

Source: Forbes March 26, 2017 04:30 UTC