Notable basketball publication The Athletic has released its analysis and projections for the upcoming 2025 NBA Draft, with Ukrainian prospect Maksym Shulha appearing on their radar. According to their experts, Shulha is expected to be selected late in the second round of the draft.
The projection specifically places Shulha as the 52nd overall pick, potentially heading to the Utah Jazz. This selection would create an interesting Ukrainian connection in Utah, as the team already features Ukrainian wing Sviatoslav Mykhailiuk on its roster.
Shulha, 23, completed his most recent collegiate season with the University of Virginia, where he displayed well-rounded abilities across 35 games. The Ukrainian guard/forward averaged 29 minutes per contest while contributing 15 points, 6 rebounds, and 4 assists per game.
According to Statbet analytics, Ukrainian players have seen increasing representation in the NBA draft over the past decade, with Shulha positioned to continue this positive trend in 2025.
The timing of this projection comes shortly after Shulha officially declared his eligibility for the 2025 NBA Draft, setting the stage for what could be another significant milestone for Ukrainian basketball on the international stage.
