Keyonte George drafted by Utah Jazz in 2023 NBA Draft

The former IMG Academy star had an impressive freshman season at Baylor

Keyonte George was one of the most well-known class of 2022 high school basketball prospects in the country after an impressive senior season at IMG Academy (Florida). 

A five-star guard and the nation's No. 3 overall prospect, George averaged 17.8 points and shot 41% from three-point range in his senior season. He was named a McDonald's All-American and eventually committed to Baylor - becoming the highest Bears' recruit in program history.

As a freshman on a veteran dominated Baylor roster, George averaged 15.3 points, 4.2 rebounds, 2.8 assists, 1.1 steals and shot 34% from beyond the arc.

Now, the NBA awaits. 

George was selected by the Utah Jazz with the No. 16 pick in the 2023 NBA Draft.

Keyonte George at Baylor  / Photo Courtesy of Michael Ciaglo-USA TODAY Sports

George's shot-making ability, strong ball-handling skills and feel for the game have NBA scouts and executives intrigued. His future is likely as a lead or secondary guard in the league. 

The Jazz need a strong, young and versatile point guard and George fits that mold. 

Here's a look at where George was projected to be picked in the 2023 NBA Draft:

• Yahoo! Sports had George being drafted No. 14 overall to the New Orleans Pelicans. 

• The Sporting News had George being drafted No. 14 overall to the New Orleans Pelicans. 

• The Ringer had George being drafted No. 14 overall to the New Orleans Pelicans. 

• Bleacher Report had George being drafted No. 16 overall to the Utah Jazz. 

Keyonte George Baylor Highlights 

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Keyonte George at IMG Academy  :: Photo Courtesy of Landon Bost/Naples Daily News/USA TODAY Network-Florida / USA TODAY NETWORK