the NBA Tuesday night The full list of first entrants has been released in 2023 NBA Draft In the wake of the announcement deadline that came and went on Sunday. The roster featured a total of 242 players, down from a total of 283 in 2022 and 353 in 2021, with a whopping 48-player international class led by French superstar Victor Wimbanyama and Mets-92 teammate Bilal Coulibaly.
Every player on the CBS Sports Big Board Top 30 list is included in the Early Announcements list except for Scoot Henderson and Leonard Miller – who participated in the G League Ignite along with age 19 or older in that calendar year automatically made them valid, A rule that may change soon with the new CBA — has left us with few surprises regarding this year’s projected first-round pick entering the meat of the draft cycle.
Additional clarity also came on several college stars as Gonzaga big man Drew Timme appeared on the roster for the second consecutive offseason, potentially ending any speculation about a return (which he said wouldn’t happen on record) for a senior season with the Zags. Michigan State guard AJ Hoggard was also on the roster, which seemed to come as a surprise, since he also hadn’t publicly announced for the draft. He is one of three Michigan State players to go through the draft process, joining teammates Joey Hauser and Jaden Akins.
Players who have applied for early entry in the NBA Draft can withdraw their name by submitting their decision in writing by 5 p.m. ET on Monday, June 12, which comes 10 days before the 2023 NBA Draft. College players who wish to remain eligible must opt out by Wed, May 31st.
Here is a list of the most recent CBS Sports Top 50 big panel and ad status. You can find the full permit list from the NBA here.