Rick Pitino has made headlines with his bold comparison of Walter Clayton Jr. to NBA star Jalen Brunson. Emphasizing Brunson's winning mentality, Pitino suggests that Clayton Jr., who averaged 15.2 points per game in college, has similar potential to become a valuable player in the NBA. Clayton recently declared for the 2025 NBA Draft following an impressive NCAA tournament performance. Pitino's endorsement could significantly impact Clayton Jr.'s draft stock as fans eagerly await to see if he can replicate Brunson's success.