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PJ Haggerty Withdraws from NBA Draft to Join Kansas State on $2 Million NIL Deal

Former AAC Player of the Year at Memphis joins Kansas State for a deal potentially worth $2.5 million, boosting the Wildcats’ national projection from 68th to 44th.

Memphis Tigers guard PJ Haggerty (4) looks for an open player during the first half against Colorado State Rams at Climate Pledge Arena.
Mar 7, 2025; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Memphis Tigers guard PJ Haggerty (4) calls a play against the South Florida Bulls during the first half at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Wesley Hale-Imagn Images/File Photo
PJ Haggerty withdraws from 2025 NBA Draft
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Overview

  • Haggerty withdrew from the 2025 NBA Draft and committed to Kansas State on May 26, signing a NIL agreement with $2 million guaranteed and incentives up to $2.5 million.
  • The 6-foot-3 guard averaged 21.7 points, 5.8 rebounds and 3.7 assists for Memphis in 2024-25, earning American Athletic Conference Player of the Year honors.
  • His transfer marks his fourth college program in four seasons, following stints at TCU, Tulsa and Memphis.
  • Bart Torvik’s pre-season projections boost Kansas State from No. 68 to No. 44 nationally for 2025-26 after Haggerty’s addition.
  • Haggerty becomes coach Jerome Tang’s fifth Division I transfer as the Wildcats continue to reshape their roster for the upcoming season.