Tahaad Pettiford, an Auburn freshman, announces his intention to enter the 2025 NBA Draft, maintaining his college eligibility. Ranked as the 39th prospect, Pettiford averaged 11.6 points and 3.0 assists per game and helped guide Auburn to a top seed in the NCAA tournament, reaching the Final Four. He expressed the importance of finding a team that values his skills and potential. With trust from his coaches, he also noted the positive impact of his teammates on his development, highlighting his significant contributions despite being relatively low in minutes played.
"I'm looking for an NBA team that values my skillset and sees my long-term potential. The right fit... I'll decide whether to stay in the draft."
"We had an amazing year. I couldn't have asked for a better freshman season. We lost in the Final Four, but that doesn’t change the year we had."
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