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The NBA draft saw the Memphis Grizzlies trade up to select Cedric Coward, a promising wing, while the Portland Trail Blazers made a surprising pick of Chinese center Hansen Yang, a move that shocked many and reflects their bold draft strategy.
The Portland Trail Blazers selected Cedric Coward with the 11th pick in the 2025 NBA draft but traded him to the Memphis Grizzlies for the 16th pick, a future first-round pick, and two second-round picks, aiming to secure their preferred player at a later spot.
Cedric Coward's improbable journey from a late-blooming, small-college player to a potential top-20 NBA Draft pick is a remarkable story of perseverance, serendipity, and determination, defying conventional pathways and expectations in basketball.
The article discusses the upcoming 2025 NBA Mock Draft, highlighting top prospects like VJ Edgecombe and Cedric Coward, and emphasizing the importance of draft strategy and team building, with insights into team needs and player potential.