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Coach Steven Pearl revealed that the Los Angeles Clippers apologized after drafting Narcisse Ngoy, an international player who was unaware of the selection, and confirmed that Auburn will become the first college program to house a draft-and-stash athlete.
The Los Angeles Clippers selected Narcisse Ngoy while he was asleep, prompting an apology to Auburn and raising questions about NBA draft rules for international players.
Michael Ruzic, a 7‑foot Croatian forward, will join the LSU Tigers after a season in Spain's ACB, bringing shooting versatility and NBA attention.
The 7‑foot‑3 center from Zaragoza was selected by Oklahoma City with the 12th pick, bringing a championship pedigree and defensive prowess to a contending roster.
With a vacancy at center, BYU is evaluating a handful of big men, from reclassifying prospects to overseas veterans, while navigating agency relationships and roster dynamics.
The “Badalona City of Basketball” exhibition, organized by the FIBA Foundation and local institutions, highlighted the city’s deep roots in the sport and its role in major international events.