The NBA Draft begins this evening in New York City, with the New Orleans Pelicans holding the first overall pick and are expected to select Duke’s Zion Williamson. Murray State’s Ja Morant is anticipated to be the second pick by the Memphis Grizzlies.
Several University of Kentucky players-PJ Washington, Keldon Johnson and Tyler Herro are expected to hear their names called. Tennessee’s Grant Williams, Admiral Schofield and Jordan Bone are also anticipated to be selected along with Vanderbilt’s Darius Garland.