Bidunga's Pro Path: Jayhawk's Offseason Dilemma

0:00On March 27, Kansas sophomore center Florey Badunga faces a key choice this off-season after a strong second year with the J-Hawks. The 6-foot-9 Big Man from Macongo played in 35 games, putting up 13.3 points, 9 rebounds and 2.6 blocks per game on average. That earned him a spot on the all-big-12 first team. By Dunga's standout skill lies in protecting the rim, where he led his conference in blocks thanks to his long reach. Most of his scoring happens close to the basket or at the free-throw line, and he finished those looks at a 61.8% clip over. His college career so far. Scoutsy potential but questioned his size for a true center in the pros, along with his limited moves away from the pain. Mock-drafts mostly slot him in the early to middle second round, with a few late first-round whispers, though many wonder if he's ready after just two. College seasons. He gets stick around Kansas for a junior year to boost his stock. Or hit the transfer portal, like he did briefly last offseason before coming back.

1:04That move followed a quiet freshman year behind another Big Man, and he might chase better playing time, or name, image, and likeness deals elsewhere. Whatever path Dunga picks, all eyes will be on how he built his body and gained this summer to solidify his next step.