In theory, the NBA Draft matters only to those who are actually drafted. In practice, it will affect the lives of many Buckeyes.
The spotlight is on D'Angelo Russell, as it should be: as the best shooting guard in the draft, he will be snapped up in the first few picks. But as he enjoys the spotlight, several other Buckeyes are hoping to maneuver their way into the NBA.
Shannon Scott, Sam Thompson and Trey McDonald, the next best draft prospects from Ohio State, are not expected to have their names called on Thursday night. In CBS Sports' draft prospect rankings, Scott and Thompson are the No.