The 2024 NBA draft has come and gone, but the draft cycle continues as several undrafted free agents find their new homes.
Plenty of prospects didn’t get to hear their name called by the commissioner at Barclays Center on Wednesday or the deputy commissioner at ESPN Seaport Studios on Thursday. But their path to the pros is far from over, especially considering like in previous years, it’s very possible for an undrafted free agent to carve out a role for themselves in the NBA.
We have seen former undrafted free agents like Fred VanVleet and Austin Reaves have valuable roles for their team despite not hearing their names called in the draft.
Now this season, notable prospects such as Kentucky’s Justin Edwards and Arizona’s Keshad Johnson will join the fraternity of undrafted basketball players who hope to still make a name for themselves in the NBA. Our ranking is based on a consensus big board from Rookie Scale.
Here is where the best remaining prospects have landed so far, according to various reports:
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Justin Edwards
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- NBA DESTINATION: Philadelphia 76ers (two-way)
- PRE-DRAFT TEAM: Kentucky
- POSITION: Wing
- HEIGHT: 6’7 ¼”
- DRAFT AGE: 20.5DRAFT AGE: 20.5
Keshad Johnson
Feb 24, 2024; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Washington Huskies guard Sahvir Wheeler (5) shoots a basket against Arizona Wildcats forward Keshad Johnson (16) during the first half at McKale Center. Mandatory Credit: Zachary BonDurant-USA TODAY Sports
NBA DESTINATION: Miami Heat (two-way)
PRE-DRAFT TEAM: Arizona
POSITION: Forward
HEIGHT: 6’7 ½”
DRAFT AGE: 23
Jalen Bridges
Nov 12, 2021; Morgantown, West Virginia, USA; West Virginia Mountaineers forward Jalen Bridges (11) celebrates a made three pointer during the first half against the Pittsburgh Panthers at WVU Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Ben Queen-USA TODAY Sports
- NB DESTINATION: Phoenix Suns (two-way)
- PRE-DRAFT TEAM: Baylor
- POSITION: Wing
- HEIGHT: 6’8″
- DRAFT AGE: 23.1
Trey Alexander
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NBA DESTINATION: Denver Nuggets (two-way)
PRE-DRAFT TEAM: Creighton
POSITION: Combo Guard
HEIGHT: 6’4 ½”
DRAFT AGE: 21.2
Trentyn Flowers
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NBA DESTINATION: L.A. Clippers (UDFA)
PRE-DRAFT TEAM: Adelaide
POSITION: Wing
HEIGHT: 6’7 ¾”
DRAFT AGE: 19.3
PJ Hall
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NBA DESTINATION: Denver Nuggets (two-way)
PRE-DRAFT TEAM: Clemson
POSITION: Big
HEIGHT: 6’9 ½”
DRAFT AGE: 22.3
Reece Beekman
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NBA DESTINATION: Golden State Warriors (two-way)
PRE-DRAFT TEAM: Virginia
POSITION: Lead Guard
HEIGHT: 6’2 ½”
DRAFT AGE: 22.7
Isaiah Crawford
NBA DESTINATION: Sacramento Kings (two-way)
PRE-DRAFT TEAM: Louisiana Tech
POSITION: Forward
HEIGHT: 6’6 ½”
DRAFT AGE: 22.7
Judah Mintz
Feb 10, 2024; Syracuse, New York, USA; Syracuse Orange guard Judah Mintz (3) handles the ball against the Clemson Tigers in the second half at the JMA Wireless Dome. Mandatory Credit: Mark Konezny-USA TODAY Sports
PRE-DRAFT TEAM: Syracuse
POSITION: Combo Guard
HEIGHT: 6’4 ½”
DRAFT AGE: 21
N'Faly Dante
NBA DESTINATION: Houston Rockets (two-way)
PRE-DRAFT TEAM: Oregon
POSITION: Big
HEIGHT: 6’11 ¼”
DRAFT AGE: 22.7
Isaac Jones
Dec 31, 2023; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Colorado Buffaloes guard J’Vonne Hadley (1) shoots over Washington State Cougars forward Isaac Jones (13) in the second half at the CU Events Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports
NBA DESTINATION: Sacramento Kings (two-way)
PRE-DRAFT TEAM: Washington State
POSITION: Big
HEIGHT: 6’9″
DRAFT AGE: 24
Mantas Rubstavicius
NBA DESTINATION: Golden State Warriors (Summer League)
PRE-DRAFT TEAM: New Zealand
POSITION: Wing
HEIGHT: 6’8 ½”
DRAFT AGE: 22.1
Blake Hinson
Feb 17, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Panthers forward Blake Hinson (2) celebrates with the PITT student section after scoring forty-one points against the Louisville Cardinals at the Petersen Events Center. Pittsburgh won 86-59. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
NBA DESTINATION: Los Angeles Lakers (two-way)
PRE-DRAFT TEAM: Pitt
POSITION: Forward
HEIGHT: 6’7″
DRAFT AGE: 24.5
Nae'Qwan Tomlin
Mar 17, 2023; Greensboro, NC, USA; Kansas State Wildcats forward Nae’Qwan Tomlin (35) celebrates in the second half against the Montana State Bobcats at Greensboro Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports
NBA DESTINATION: Cleveland Cavaliers (Summer League)
PRE-DRAFT TEAM: Memphis
POSITION: Forward
HEIGHT: 6’9 ½”
DRAFT AGE: 23.5
Boogie Ellis
Mar 10, 2022; Las Vegas, NV, USA; USC Trojans guard Boogie Ellis (0) shoots inside the defense of Washington Huskies forward Emmitt Matthews Jr. (0) during the second half at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-USA TODAY Sports
NBA DESTINATION: Sacramento Kings (Summer League)
PRE-DRAFT TEAM: USC
POSITION: Lead Guard
HEIGHT: 6’2″
DRAFT AGE: 23.5
Armel Traoré
NBA DESTINATION: Los Angeles Lakers (two-way)
PRE-DRAFT TEAM: Blois
POSITION: Forward
HEIGHT: 6’9″
DRAFT AGE: 21.4
David Jones
Memphis’ David Jones (8) goes for a layup as Austin Peay’s Hansel Enmanuel (24) jumps to block him during the game between Austin Peay State University and University of Memphis at FedExForum in Memphis, Tenn., on Saturday, December 30, 2023.
NBA DESTINATION: Philadelphia 76ers (two-way)
PRE-DRAFT TEAM: Memphis
POSITION: Combo Guard
HEIGHT: 6’4 ¾”
DRAFT AGE: 22.6
Emanuel Miller
Dec 9, 2023; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; TCU Horned Frogs forward Emanuel Miller (2) drives against Clemson Tigers forward RJ Godfrey (10) during the second half at Coca-Cola Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports
PRE-DRAFT TEAM: TCU
POSITION: Forward
HEIGHT: 6’7 ¼”
DRAFT AGE: 24
Jaedon LeDee
Dec 29, 2023; Spokane, Washington, USA; San Diego State Aztecs forward Jaedon LeDee (13) shoots the ball over Gonzaga Bulldogs forward Graham Ike (13) in the second half at McCarthey Athletic Center. San Diego won 84-74. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-USA TODAY Sports
NBA DESTINATION: Minnesota Timberwolves (Summer League)
PRE-DRAFT TEAM: San Diego State
POSITION: Forward
HEIGHT: 6’9″
DRAFT AGE: 24.9
Taran Armstrong
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PRE-DRAFT TEAM: Cairns
POSITION: Lead Guard
HEIGHT: 6’6″
DRAFT AGE: 22.4
Zyon Pullin
Feb 21, 2024; Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide guard Mark Sears (1) looks to pass against Florida Gators forward Zyon Pullin (0) at Coleman Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Gary Cosby Jr.-USA TODAY Sports
NBA DESTINATION: Miami Heat (two-way)
PRE-DRAFT TEAM: Florida
POSITION: Lead Guard
HEIGHT: 6’4 ¾”
DRAFT AGE: 23.3
Jesse Edwards
Mar 22, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) looks on against the Cleveland Cavaliers in the second half at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-USA TODAY Sports
NBA DESTINATION: Minnesota Timberwolves (two-way)
PRE-DRAFT TEAM: West Virginia
POSITION: Big
HEIGHT: 7’0 ¾”
DRAFT AGE: 24.3
Branden Carlson
Feb 29, 2024; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Utes center Branden Carlson (35) and guard Deivon Smith (5) react to a play against the Stanford Cardinal during the first half at Jon M. Huntsman Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-USA TODAY Sports
NBA DESTINATION: Toronto Raptors (two-way)
PRE-DRAFT TEAM: Utah
POSITION: Big
HEIGHT: 7’1″
DRAFT AGE: 25
Riley Minix
Dec 19, 2023; Bloomington, Indiana, USA; Morehead State Eagles guard Riley Minix (22) shoots the ball while Indiana Hoosiers center Kel’el Ware (1) defends in the second half at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports
NBA DESTINATION: San Antonio Spurs (Exhibit-10)
PRE-DRAFT TEAM: Morehead State
POSITION: Forward
HEIGHT: 6’8″
DRAFT AGE: 23.8
Spencer Jones
Mar 5, 2022; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Stanford Cardinal forward Spencer Jones (14) moves the ball on a fast break against the Arizona State Sun Devils in the first half at Desert Financial Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
PRE-DRAFT TEAM: Stanford
POSITION: Wing
HEIGHT: 6’7″
DRAFT AGE: 23
