Breaking down what Ryan Dunn declaring for the NBA Draft means for UVA's offseason personnel moves and projected roster for the 2024-2025 season.
. The 6'8" sophomore forward announced his intention to enter his name into the draft on Tuesday morning and, as perhaps the only surprising aspect of the news, did not state that he is maintaining his college eligibility,that he is "ready for the next level" and "all-in" on the NBA, in essence closing the door on his career at Virginia.
Beginning with UVA's scholarship situation for next season, the Cavaliers now have three open scholarship spots for the 2024-2025 season.
While Beekman was arguably the best on-ball guard defender in the country, Dunn likely had a greater impact on Virginia's defense due to his ability to roam the floor, protect the rim , disrupt passing lanes, and just find ways to get his hands on the ball. Dunn was the only player in the country with at least a 10% block percentage and at least a 3% steal percentage, per everyone's favorite UVA sports statistician Danny Neckel.
The last two major conference players to do that were Willie Cauley-Stein and Nerlens Noel, who were both top 10 NBA draft picks.Say what you will about his offensive production , but Virginia will sorely miss Ryan Dunn's defensive presence on the floor next season.
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