3 prospects who can boost NBA Draft stock during March Madness

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WACO, TX – MARCH 5: Jeremy Sochan #1 of the Baylor Bears reacts after making a three point basket against the Iowa State Cyclones in the first half at the Ferrell Center on March 5, 2022 in Waco, Texas, 3 prospects who can boost NBA Draft stock during March Madness. (Photo by Ron Jenkins/Getty Images) /

Every year, there are multiple NBA Draft prospects who significantly boost their draft stock during March Madness. Playing your best ball in front of a massive national audience predictably works wonders for your resume.

This year should be no different. Outside of the consensus top three (Paolo Banchero, Chet Holmgren, and Jabari Smith Jr.), there are many players who could break into the lottery, or even higher. Here, we’ll highlight three NBA Draft prospects who can boost their stock with a strong performance in March Madness.

3 prospects who can boost NBA Draft stock during March Madness – Jeremy Sochan

While Baylor looks to defend their national championship and make it two in a row, Jeremy Sochan will be looking to move up draft boards. In most mock drafts published recently, you’ll find Sochan somewhere in the back half of the first round. CBS Sports’ newest mock had him as the 28th pick.

Sochan has the ability to boost his stock simply by playing more. He was primarily a reserve for Baylor this season, starting just one of his 24 games. He’s been getting more run of late, averaging 26.6 minutes per game since January 1st.

His talent is undeniable, and if the Bears want to be successful in the big dance, coach Scott Drew could turn to the freshman more than he did during the regular season.

The swingman, closer to a big man than a guard, is a terrific rebounder, a versatile defender, and a streaky scorer. If he can put up consistent offensive performances while keeping his other attributes sharp, he should skyrocket up draft boards.

He has competition with fellow first-round projection Kendall Brown, but he could definitely steal the show in March. He’s a name to watch for sure, especially if the Bears make another deep run.