Top 3 Big Ten basketball players to watch out for in Round 2 of NBA Draft 2024 ft. Bronny James

The 2024 NBA draft got underway on Wednesday with the first round at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. Now that the 30 first-rounders have made it pro, all eyes will turn toward Round 2 at ESPN's Seaport District Studios in New York on Thursday.

Ahead of the 28 picks that will be made in Round 2, here's a look at some players from the now-confirmed programs in the Big Ten who might garner attention from the NBA teams.

3 Big Ten players to watch out for in Round 2 of 2024 NBA draft

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#1. Bronny James

Bronny James has been the talk of the town heading into the NBA draft. The eldest son of four-time NBA champion LeBron James is now anxiously waiting for a team to draft him.

There have been rumors that the LA Lakers might be interested in selecting Bronny. The Lakers have the No. 55 pick and could potentially have Bronny team up with his father, LeBron, next season if the USC Trojans prospect isn't picked sooner.

#2. Cam Christie

Christie had a stellar season at Minnesota before declaring for the NBA. In his lone season with the Golden Gophers, the guard averaged 11.3 points, 3.6 rebounds and 2.2 assists per game across 33 appearances for the Golden Gophers. He was also named to the Big Ten All-Freshman team.

Notably, Christie had pre-draft workouts with 13 teams, including the Minnesota Timberwolves and reigning NBA champion Boston Celtics. There is a high possibility that the 18-year-old could go early in the second round.

#3. Boogie Ellis

USC prospect Boogie Ellis has created a bit of a buzz around the NBA draft. He is tipped to get selected late in the second round.

Ellis played two seasons at Memphis before transferring to USC, where he played for three more years. He finished his college career averaging 13.0 ppg, 3.2 rpg and 2.3 apg.