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From anticipation-filled moments to exhilarating celebrations, the 2023 NBA Draft Lottery has ended, paving the way for a new generation of basketball stars. The draft lottery has made NBA fans go crazy amid the postseason action. The representatives of the franchises were praying for the no.1 spot this year, only to land the highly touted Frenchmen, Victor Wembanyama. However, the teams, who have ended up in the top 5 picks have an opportunity to have some good young prospects onboard.

After the draft picks allotment, a point guard from the NBA G league Ignite has made headlines with his strong claim. The player is being mentored by Golden State Warriors superstar Stephen Curry. Who’s the player and what statement has he made?

A young NBA prospect, mentored by Stephen Curry makes a bold statement

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Stephen Curry has changed the game of basketball forever. With his 3-point shooting mastery, he has inspired millions. However, this time Curry has taken an NBA 2023 draftee under his wing. The 2022 NBA Finals MVP would be helping the player and his sister to reach the next milestone. Curry would be helping out the two with his coaches, training both of them.

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Curry has also provided them a partnership with his company SC30 which would help them to build their own brand on and off the court. Stephen Curry has made a mentorship and strategic alliance with a four-star recruit draftee, Scoot Henderson. The 19-year-old is a 6’2 guard, who has aimed to have control of his off-court business brand.

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On being asked about what separates him from Victor Wembanyama, Henderson made a bold claim. He replied ?I think I just got that dog in me. Sometimes people got it on ’em, I got it in me. I?m just the most prepared player in the draft honestly.?

The NBA community becomes captivated by Victor Wembanyama

Victor Wembanyama, the 19-year-old French player standing at 7 feet 4 inches, is about to begin his NBA journey. Renowned as the most exceptional NBA prospect since LeBron James, he has garnered widespread acclaim and is expected to dominate the league.

Wembanyama has great ball-handling skills. In addition to this, he also has the potential to dominate with his jump shot and three-point shot because of his size. The San Antonio Spurs have won the No. 1 2023 NBA draft pick rights and are projected to land Wembanyama. However, Scoot Henderson is projected as the No.2 overall pick in the draft. Henderson believes in his preparation and is projected to be drafted by the Charlotte Hornets.

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Who do you think will live up to their hype? Let us know in the comments.

 

 

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