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Jordan Monaco

Jordan Monaco

Joined: Apr 24, 2024

Jordan is a senior at Cornell University where he is an analytics consultant for the men’s basketball team and Co-President of the Cornell ILR Sports Business Society. He has also interned for Sports Aptitude, where he helped interview former front office members and current professional basketball players with the goal of improving the pre-draft process.

Oct 17, 2024; Piscataway, NJ, USA; Rutgers Scarlet Knights guard Dylan Harper (2) looks to drive past St. John's Red Storm guard Simeon Wilcher (7) in the second half at Jersey Mike's Arena. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images
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Top Statistical Performers from Rutgers-St John's Exhibition Game

Rutgers and St John's played in a competitive exhibition game in New Brunswick yesterday with many scouts, fans, and decision-makers watching. Which players had impressive statistical performances?

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Oct 10, 2024; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks guard AJ Johnson (77) brings the ball up the court against the Los Angeles Lakers in the second half at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Michael McLoone-Imagn Images
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Oct. 10's Top NBA Rookie Preseason Performers

Let's take a look at which rookies stood out in the NBA preseason games yesterday.

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Mar 14, 2024; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Arizona Wildcats guard KJ Lewis (5) celebrates after making a play against the Southern California Trojans during the second half at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images
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Three More Under-the-Radar NBA Draft Prospects to Watch This Season

Last month we took a look at two under-the-radar NBA Draft prospects to watch this season. With only a month before the season begins, we take a look at three more NBA Draft prospects to keep an eye on.

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NBA Prospects in the NBL: Summarizing Debut Showings

There are six notable NBA prospects in the National Basketball League in Australia. How did each of them fair in their first regular season game of 2024?

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Mar 9, 2024; Durham, North Carolina, USA; Duke Blue Devils commits Patrick Ngongba (left) and Cooper Flagg look on prior to a game against the North Carolina Tar Heels at Cameron Indoor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rob Kinnan-Imagn Images
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Five College Teams with Potential NBA Talent

Let's take a look at five college teams with the most potential NBA talent to watch this season.

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Dec 5, 2023; Syracuse, New York, USA; Cornell Big Red guard Chris Manon (30) tries to move the ball past Syracuse Orange forward Chris Bell (4) in the first half at the JMA Wireless Dome. Mandatory Credit: Mark Konezny-Imagn Images
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Two Under-the-Radar NBA Draft Prospects to Watch This Season

With the college basketball season two months away, let's take a look at two under the radar players to watch for this season.

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Apr 1, 2024; Houston, TX, USA; McDonald's All American East forward Liam McNeeley shoots in the three point competition during the 2024 McDonalds High School All American Powerade Jamfest at Delmar Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images
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2025 NBA Draft: Liam McNeeley Scouting Report

Liam McNeeley is a projected lottery pick in the 2025 NBA Draft. Let's dive into how he projects to the NBA.

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Mar 21, 2024; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Oregon Ducks forward Kwame Evans Jr. (10) drives to the basket against South Carolina Gamecocks forward Collin Murray-Boyles (30) during the second half in the first round of the 2024 NCAA Tournament at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-USA TODAY Sports
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Players to Monitor Who Have Hit Notable Statistical Thresholds

Many potential prospects who have previously hit notable statistical thresholds are still in college. Who are some prospects to monitor for this upcoming season?

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Cooper Flagg of Montverde Academy dunks during their semifinal game against Paul VI at the City of Palms Classic on Friday, Dec. 22, 2023, at Suncoast Credit Union Arena in Fort Myers.
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2025 NBA Draft: Cooper Flagg Preseason Scouting Report

Cooper Flagg is one of the most well-known prospects of the past decade. Let's dive into how he projects to the NBA.

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Mar 21, 2024; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Texas Tech Red Raiders guard Darrion Williams (5) dribbles the ball against the Texas Tech Red Raiders during the first half at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-USA TODAY Sports
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A Conversation with Texas Tech's Darrion Williams

Draft Digest's Jordan Monaco sits down with Darrion Williams, a 2025 NBA Draft prospect and star at Texas Tech.

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Georgia Bulldogs guard Silas Demary Jr. (4) heads up court against Florida during their second round game of the SEC Men's Basketball Tournament at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tenn., Thursday, March 14, 2024.
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Two Teams with NBA Prospects that May be Going Under the Radar

College basketball will be filled with numerous NBA prospects next season, but here's two teams that may not be getting enough attention currently.

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Jan 12, 2024; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Los Angeles Clippers guard Jordan Miller (11) shoots as Memphis Grizzlies forward David Roddy (21) and forward GG Jackson (45) defends during the second half at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-USA TODAY Sports
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2024 NBA Summer League: Top Standout Performers

Highlighting some of the top performers at NBA Summer League.

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