Report: UConn’s Andre Jackson Jr. to test NBA pre-draft process
UConn junior guard Andre Jackson Jr. will reportedly declare for the 2023 NBA draft and retain his right to return to school, according to Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN.
Jackson helped the Huskies claim their fifth national title this year after averaging 6.7 points, 6.2 rebounds, 4.7 assists and 1.1 steals. He was one of eight players in the country to record at least 225 points, 200 rebounds and 150 assists.
The 6-foot-6 Jackson emerged as a versatile defender that can guard multiple positions. He led the Big East in defensive box plus-minus (plus-5.1) and ranked 13th among all players in the country in that category. He also served as a great leader for the Huskies on offense.
Jackson is currently viewed as a potential late first-round pick in the draft this year. He is planning to participate in the combine next month and will be looking to improve his draft stock in front of teams and scouts during on-court workouts and scrimmages.
He will have until May 31 to withdraw from the draft and return to school.
