Jalen Hood-Schifino Leaves Indiana For 2023 NBA Draft
Jalen Hood-Schifino, a highly-rated freshman guard for the Indiana Hoosiers, has decided to leave the school and declare for the 2023 NBA Draft
Jalen Hood-Schifino, a highly-rated freshman guard for the Indiana Hoosiers, has decided to leave the school and declare for the 2023 NBA Draft. Hood-Schifino was a top-30 recruit in the class of 2022 and was expected to play a key role for the Hoosiers next season. However, he has decided to forego his remaining college eligibility and pursue his professional career.
Hood-Schifino is a 6-foot-5 guard from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, who was a McDonald’s All-American and the Pennsylvania Gatorade Player of the Year in high school. He played in 22 games for the Hoosiers last season, averaging 6.2 points, 2.2 rebounds, and 1.8 assists per game.
Hood-Schifino is projected to be a first-round pick in the 2023 NBA Draft, with some mock drafts predicting that he could be a top-10 selection. He is known for his scoring ability, athleticism, and playmaking skills, and is expected to be a valuable addition to any NBA team that drafts him.