Kelvin EkereteThree players of Nigerian descent have been drafted into the NBA franchise as part of the 60 most talented rookies in the USA and around the world. Other players of African descent selected include Rui Hachimura, who was the best overall of all the African players on the list. MfionduKabengele, (DR Congo) 27th overall pick, selected by the Brooklyn Nets and traded to the Los Angeles Clippers. Bruno Fernando, (Angola) 34th overall pick, drafted by the Philadelphia 76ers and traded to the Atlanta Hawks. Bol Manute Bol, (Sudan), 44th, drafted by the Miami HeatsMarial Shayok, (Sudan, Canada), 54th overall pick, drafted by the Philadelphia 76ers.

Source: Punch June 22, 2019 02:13 UTC