[From ESPN]

Israeli guard Ben Saraf, a projected first-round pick, will enter the 2025 NBA draft, he told ESPN on Friday.

"This is the right time for me," Saraf said. "After playing against the highest levels of competition in European basketball, I am ready and excited for the draft, but first we need to finish the season strong in Ulm."

Saraf, ESPN's No. 23-ranked draft prospect, plays for German team ratiopharm Ulm, which plays in the domestic BBL league and the intercontinental EuroCup competition. The 6-foot-6, 19-year-old point guard is averaging 12.2 points and 4.3 assists in 24 minutes through 41 games.

"We're working really well in Ulm," Saraf said. "They aren't afraid to give a platform here to young players. They've put trust in us, and we've paid them back with wins. We're in second place in the BBL and hoping to win a trophy this season. The coaches and staff have helped me improve so much since I got here. It's been a win-win situation for everyone."

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