North Florida junior guard Chaz Lanier has announced his early entry for the 2024 NBA Draft while maintaining his final year of collegiate eligibility. Lanier was a First Team All-ASUN selection, leading the conference in points per game in ASUN games with 24.5 PPG. He also achieved remarkable stats in threes made, three-point percentage, field goals, and free-throw percentage. Coach Driscoll praised Lanier's commitment and efficiency, highlighting his exceptional qualities on and off the court. The 2024 NBA Draft is set for June 26-27 at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, N.Y.

By the Numbers
  • Lanier scored 629 points during the 2023-24 season, becoming only the second UNF player in Division I program history to surpass the 600-point mark.
  • He made 106 threes, ranking fifth in the nation, and had a three-point percentage of 44.0%.
  • Lanier's free-throw percentage stood at an impressive 90.5% during conference games.
  • The 2024 NBA Draft will be held from Jun. 26-27, 2024, at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, N.Y.
State of Play
  • Chaz Lanier has declared as an early entrant for the 2024 NBA Draft while maintaining his final year of collegiate eligibility.
  • Coach Driscoll praised Lanier for his commitment and efficiency, both on and off the court.
What's Next

The early entry entrant withdrawal deadline will take place 10 days before the draft on Sunday, June 16 at 5 p.m.

Bottom Line

North Florida guard Chaz Lanier's decision to enter the 2024 NBA Draft as an early entrant demonstrates his remarkable performance and potential for professional success, making him an exciting prospect for the upcoming draft.