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St. John’s head coach Rick Pitino drew a striking comparison between former Florida Gators star Walter Clayton Jr. and NBA standout Jalen Brunson.
Pitino, a coaching legend known for his keen eye for talent, posted a huge endorsement on X, stating, “Just think of what a big time winner Jalen Brunson is, now pencil in Walter Clayton Jr. There you go. Just Win baby!”
The statement has sparked excitement among basketball fans, who are eager to see Clayton Jr. make an impact in the NBA after putting together a myriad of remarkable performances in the NCAA Tournament.
Pitino’s comparison is no small praise. Jalen Brunson, a former Villanova star and current NBA point guard, is renowned for his leadership, clutch performances, and winning mentality—qualities that have made him a cornerstone for the New York Knicks.
By likening Clayton Jr. to Brunson, Pitino is signaling high expectations for the guard, who recently declared for the NBA Draft after a sensational 2024-2025 campaign with the Gators.
Florida Gators guard Walter Clayton Jr. celebrates after winning the national championship game.Bob Donnan-Imagn Images
In an eerily similar fashion to Brunson, Clayton Jr. got significant experience in March Madness before making the transition to the NBA.
Clayton Jr.’s college stats, averaging 15.2 points per game over the course of his four-year collegiate career, highlight his scoring prowess and versatility.
Pitino's endorsement undoubtedly holds a ton of weight and can elevate the draft stock of Clayton Jr.
With the 2025 NBA Draft less than two months away, fans are eager to see where Clayton Jr. ends up and if he can make an impact right away.
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Pitino, a coaching legend known for his keen eye for talent, posted a huge endorsement on X, stating, “Just think of what a big time winner Jalen Brunson is, now pencil in Walter Clayton Jr. There you go. Just Win baby!”
The statement has sparked excitement among basketball fans, who are eager to see Clayton Jr. make an impact in the NBA after putting together a myriad of remarkable performances in the NCAA Tournament.
Pitino’s comparison is no small praise. Jalen Brunson, a former Villanova star and current NBA point guard, is renowned for his leadership, clutch performances, and winning mentality—qualities that have made him a cornerstone for the New York Knicks.
By likening Clayton Jr. to Brunson, Pitino is signaling high expectations for the guard, who recently declared for the NBA Draft after a sensational 2024-2025 campaign with the Gators.
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Florida Gators guard Walter Clayton Jr. celebrates after winning the national championship game.Bob Donnan-Imagn Images
In an eerily similar fashion to Brunson, Clayton Jr. got significant experience in March Madness before making the transition to the NBA.
Clayton Jr.’s college stats, averaging 15.2 points per game over the course of his four-year collegiate career, highlight his scoring prowess and versatility.
Pitino's endorsement undoubtedly holds a ton of weight and can elevate the draft stock of Clayton Jr.
With the 2025 NBA Draft less than two months away, fans are eager to see where Clayton Jr. ends up and if he can make an impact right away.
Continue reading...
