The Prep‑to‑Pro Surge of the 1990s and Its Enduring Impact on Basketball
From Kobe Bryant’s decision to skip Duke for the NBA to Kevin Garnett’s groundbreaking jump straight from high school, the 1990s saw a wave of top prospects bypass college. Their choices sparked a cultural shift, prompted a league‑wide rule change, and left a legacy that still influences the sport today.
Jun 24, 2026