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Bryan Kalbrosky

NBA draft stock watch: 12 prospects who are skyrocketing after first weekend of March Madness

Every year during March Madness, there are players who are able to step up on the biggest stage and perform well under the brightest lights.

Evaluators rely on a much wider sample size than just the small amount of time players get to perform during the NCAA men’s basketball tournament. However, playing well in high-pressure environments doesn’t hurt your odds of getting drafted.

With that in mind, we surveyed the field to get a sense of some players who have been able to use their time in the tournament to improve their NBA draft stock.

This is not the only way to get noticed and earn a spot on a professional roster, of course, but it can help make a case for why one player may be a more enticing fit than another.

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