{"id":1647,"date":"2025-01-15T23:47:05","date_gmt":"2025-01-16T03:47:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.red94.net\/news\/nba-draft-shake-up-top-risers-and-fallers-in-early-college-hoops\/"},"modified":"2025-01-15T23:47:07","modified_gmt":"2025-01-16T03:47:07","slug":"nba-draft-shake-up-top-risers-and-fallers-in-early-college-hoops","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.red94.net\/news\/nba-draft-shake-up-top-risers-and-fallers-in-early-college-hoops\/","title":{"rendered":"NBA Draft Shake-Up: Top Risers and Fallers in Early College Hoops!"},"content":{"rendered":"
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As the college basketball conference season heats up, NBA scouts are traveling far and wide to observe the leading prospects during the most intense matchups of the year. While early-season games provide valuable insights, the competition heightens in conference play where defenses are better prepared and generally tougher than earlier in the season.<\/p>\n

Which NBA draft prospects are currently rising or falling on draft boards? According to the latest rankings from Sports Illustrated<\/em>, here are the top 30 prospects along with updates on five players whose recent performances have significantly impacted their draft stock.<\/p>\n

Egor Demin, G, BYU Cougars (Previously No. 6, now No. 9)<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Demin, previously near the top five, has seen a decline in his stock after a subdued start to his conference games. Over six matches against major teams, he\u2019s managed only eight points per game with a poor shooting accuracy of 27%, including just 3 out of 29 from three-point range. Despite being a proficient shooter, this prolonged slump suggests his earlier success might have been anomalous. Nevertheless, he has displayed some excellent passing skills, notably in a recent game against Texas Tech. While Demin has reliable skills due to his size and game understanding, other dynamic players like Kasparas Jakucionis and Nolan Traore might be more appealing to teams at the moment.<\/p>\n

Jeremiah Fears, PG, Oklahoma Sooners (Previously No. 30, now No. 12)<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Initially viewed as a likely multiyear college athlete, Fears’s exceptional freshman season has catapulted him into discussions for a one-and-done exit and possibly a lottery pick. Leading Oklahoma to a strong start with a record of 13-2, his standout 30-point game against Michigan, featuring a decisive late four-point play, caught the attention of many NBA scouts. Facing a tough SEC schedule, scouts are keen to see how his slight build withstands the rigors of intense play, but so far, Fears’s draft prospects have exceeded expectations.<\/p>\n

Danny Wolf, F, Michigan Wolverines (Previously not ranked, now No. 17)<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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