Kansas basketball: List of Jayhawks competing on an NBA team in 2023-24
![WILMINGTON, DELAWARE - OCTOBER 14: Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers looks on during the Philadelphia 76ers Blue & White Scrimmage at Chase Fieldhouse on October 14, 2023 in Wilmington, Delaware. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images) WILMINGTON, DELAWARE - OCTOBER 14: Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers looks on during the Philadelphia 76ers Blue & White Scrimmage at Chase Fieldhouse on October 14, 2023 in Wilmington, Delaware. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)](https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_fill,w_720,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/shape/cover/sport/f10aa2d462fddddcc8189da7d647917fc8a6a6c07830f499c25e404e8e4759ca.jpg)
SG Christian Braun — Denver Nuggets
Some considered Christian Braun’s departure from Kansas basketball to be early, but he shot that criticism down with an effective rookie season. He earned the trust of head coach Mike Malone with his never-give-up playstyle and strong defense.
Braun was particularly impressive in the NBA Playoffs, including a 15-point outing in Game 4 of the Finals, where he shot a near-perfect 7-of-8 from the field. He was even making headlines with his hilarious celebrations during Denver’s title parade.
He contributed more than anyone could have expected that year and will have an even bigger role after guard Bruce Brown signed with the Indiana Pacers.
Denver is the other team making their season debut tonight, with this one coming at 7:30 p.m. CT in a Western Conference Finals rematch. Make sure to tune in.