Zuby Ejiofor selected by Atlanta Hawks in 2026 NBA Draft
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 3:25 AM
Last updated Jun 24, 2026
Zuby Ejiofor was selected 23rd overall by the Atlanta Hawks in the 2026 NBA Draft on June 23. This marks the first selection of a St. John's player in the draft since 2015 and the first in the opening round since 2012. Ejiofor, a standout during his time at St. John's, led his team to unprecedented success as a two-time captain. In his senior season, he recorded averages of 16.3 points, 7.3 rebounds, and 2.2 blocks per game. He joins a young Hawks team that is looking to build on a playoff appearance last season.
- •Ejiofor is the first St. John's player drafted since 2015.
- •He was chosen 23rd overall by the Atlanta Hawks.
- •Ejiofor averaged 16.3 points and 2.2 blocks in his senior season.
- •He led St. John's to their first Sweet Sixteen since 1999.
- •The Hawks reached the playoffs last season but were eliminated in the first round.
- 3:25 AMYahoo Sports — St. John’s star Zuby Ejiofor selected by Atlanta Hawks in the 2026 NBA draft
"Ejiofor becomes the first Red Storm player picked in the NBA draft since Sir’Dominic Pointer in 2015
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