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Arizona Wildcats Basketball Forums => Arizona Wildcats Basketball => Topic started by: WILD on May 14, 2026, 10:52:08 PM
I'm hearing that Koa's parent are split on his decision to stay in the draft. One parent & his agent want him to go to the NBA. The other parent wants him to stay at Arizona to potentially go top 10 in next years draft.
Koa could come back to UofA and make more money than he would his 1st NBA season. He could stay in the draft & go to a good NBA team and play little minutes.
What should Koa do? 🤔
I bet he stays in draft until we hear different, but in the end he has to do what's best for him, would love to see him back at arizona for year 2, he could really improve his game.
Fans obviously "want" him to return because Arizona immediately becomes significantly more dangerous with Koa on the roster.
It's truly a tough decision because he's still a projected first round pick. Koa would make more money in Tucson this season but if he succeeds in the league, he'll get a second contract sooner, which is a lucrative move.
The risk of injury and/or a lack of progress from his three point shot is a possibility, so going pro now is the "safe" bet.
Regardless, his family is smart and they care for his well-being. They'll make the best possible choice.
Meanwhile, I'm waiting in anticipation...