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Alex Karaban Chooses Senior Year at UConn Over NBA Draft

The two-time NCAA champion declined a seven-figure NBA opportunity to return for a final season, focusing on development, leadership, and UConn’s title aspirations.

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Overview

  • Alex Karaban officially withdrew from the 2025 NBA Draft, opting to return to UConn for his senior season and pursue a third national championship.
  • Karaban’s decision reflects a calculated move to rebuild his confidence and draft stock after a challenging junior season marked by shooting struggles and a new role as a primary scorer.
  • Reports suggest Karaban’s NIL earnings are in the seven-figure range, providing financial security and influencing his choice to remain in college.
  • Despite career-high averages of 14.3 points and 5.3 rebounds last season, Karaban’s shooting percentages and confidence dipped, raising questions about his NBA readiness.
  • UConn’s roster for the upcoming season includes key returnees and promising recruits, positioning the team as a strong contender for another deep NCAA tournament run.