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Projected lottery pick Kasparas Jakučionis declares for 2025 NBA draft

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Illinois freshman Kasparas Jakucu030cionis told ESPN on Monday that he will declare for the 2025 NBA draft after one season with the Fighting Illini.

Jakucu030cionis, 18, was named to the All-Big Ten third team, averaging 15 points, 5.7 rebounds and 4.7 assists on 44% shooting from 3-point range in 33 games. He led the team in scoring, tying the freshman record for total points in a season (494).

The 6-foot-6 forward ranked 13th in the country in scoring among freshmen. He set the freshman program record with 10 20-point performances, including 24 points, six rebounds and five assists on Dec.