Isaiah Evans and Maliq Brown choose new NBA jersey numbers after 2026 draft
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 4:49 PM
Last updated Jun 28, 2026
Isaiah Evans and Maliq Brown, former Duke players, have selected new jersey numbers for the upcoming NBA season. Evans, drafted 33rd overall by the Minnesota Timberwolves, will wear No. 33. Brown, a second-round pick for the San Antonio Spurs, has chosen No. 15. This decision follows a competitive draft where the players transition to new roles with their respective teams, particularly as Evans eyes a bench role as a 3-point specialist. Brown faces stiff competition with the Spurs after they added multiple draft picks this year.
- •Isaiah Evans joins the Minnesota Timberwolves wearing No. 33.
- •Maliq Brown will rep No. 15 for the San Antonio Spurs.
- •Evans was selected 33rd overall, Brown in the second round.
- •Evans eyes a 3-point specialist role off the bench.
- •Brown faces competition for a spot in San Antonio's rotation.
- 4:49 PMYahoo Sports — Duke's Isaiah Evans and Maliq Brown choose new NBA jersey numbers
"All three Duke alumni joined Western Conference teams in the 2026 NBA Draft and each player will be wearing a new number next season.
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