Tennessee prospects Nate Ament, Ja'Kobi Gillespie highlight NBA Draft potential

As the 2026 NBA Draft approaches, Tennessee's Nate Ament leads the charge among prospects. Ament, projected as a lottery pick, showcased his skills after a slow start this season, particularly during SEC play. Alongside Ament, point guard Ja'Kobi Gillespie and center Felix Okpara are expected to be selected in the second round. Gillespie set a Tennessee record for steals this season, while Okpara has established himself as a strong rim protector. The draft is set for next week, with various projections placing Ament in the top tier of selections.

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