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Raptors draft Jaden Bradley 50th overall

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  • Jaden Bradley, a six-foot-three guard, was selected 50th overall by the Toronto Raptors in the NBA Draft.
  • Bradley completed his senior year with the Arizona Wildcats, averaging 13.3 points, 4.4 assists, 3.4 rebounds, and 1.4 steals over 39 games.
  • He received multiple accolades in his final season, including Big 12 Player of the Year, first-team all-star, all-defensive team, and Big 12 tournament MVP.

The Toronto Raptors have selected Jaden Bradley with the 50th overall pick in the NBA Draft. Bradley, a six-foot-three guard, joins the Raptors after completing a successful senior year with the Arizona Wildcats.

During his final collegiate season, Bradley showcased impressive all-around skills, averaging 13.3 points, 4.4 assists, 3.4 rebounds, and 1.4 steals per game across 39 contests. His performance earned him significant recognition within the Big 12 conference.

Bradley's accolades include being named the Big 12 Player of the Year. He was also selected to the conference's first-team all-stars and the all-defensive team. Furthermore, he was recognized as the Most Valuable Player of the Big 12 tournament, highlighting his impact on both ends of the court.

The Raptors, who also drafted 19-year-old power forward Allen Graves with the 19th overall pick, were looking to add depth at the guard position. However, the team's front office had stated their intention to select the best available player, regardless of positional need.

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