Michigan's Danny Wolf to enter NBA draft, forgo NCAA eligibility - ESPN

Michigan's Danny Wolf, a projected first-round pick, told ESPN he will enter the 2025 NBA draft and forgo his remaining college eligibility.

Wolf, the No. 19 prospect in ESPN's NBA draft projections, was named All-Big Ten Second Team after averaging 13.3 points, 9.7 rebounds, 3.6 assists, and 1.4 blocks per game this season.

The Wolverines had a highly successful season, winning the Big Ten tournament title and advancing to the NCAA tournament Sweet 16, where they lost to Auburn.

«This season exceeded all expectations,» Wolf said Wednesday. «We had an awesome year from a team standpoint. I didn't know what I was getting myself into with a brand-new roster and coaching staff, but Dusty May had an out-of-the-box plan for my development with a unique style of offense that allowed me to play my game. I wouldn't be in the position I am today without them letting me showcase my skill set and developing me into the player I am today.»

Wolf established himself as one of the most unique players in the college game, shouldering significant playmaking responsibilities at 7 feet, sliding between the point guard, power forward and center positions. Igniting fast breaks pushing off the defensive glass, creating out of pick-and-roll, passing and finishing skillfully with both hands, and finding teammates off a live dribble, Wolf's skill level, creativity and versatility stood out to NBA scouts all season, raising his standing considerably as a pro prospect.

«In the summer, the coaching staff started tinkering with different ideas for utilizing me alongside another 7-footer in Vlad Goldin,» Wolf said. «Dusty May and I watched a lot of NBA film, guys like Lauri Markkanen, Alperen Sengun, and Karl-Anthony Towns operating next to Rudy