Kentucky's legacy of transforming college players into NBA stars continues, with five new Wildcats entering the league this year. Highlighting this talented class is Koby Brea, selected by the Phoenix Suns as the highest-drafted Wildcat at 41st overall, recognized for his shooting prowess. Amari Williams, picked 46th by the Boston Celtics, is anticipated to make an immediate impact with his size. Lamont Butler may not have been drafted but secured a two-way deal with the Atlanta Hawks, while Andrew Carr and Jaxson Robinson both inked Exhibit 10 contracts with their respective teams, offering them a chance to prove themselves in the G-League.

The Detroit Pistons are gearing up for the 2025 NBA Draft, holding the 37th overall pick, marking the first time since 2018 that they won't have a first-rounder. Their focus has shifted to evaluating second-round prospects and potential undrafted players who could join the Motor City Cruise for two-way contracts.

Among the prospects that have visited the Pistons' Performance Center are Chaz Lanier from Tennessee, Johni Broome from Auburn, and Andrew Carr from Kentucky. Lanier is a promising 6-5 wing known for his scoring, while Broome, a 6-11 big, has proven to be a double-double machine. Other contenders include Jacksen Moni, Obinna Anochili-Killen, and Jalon Moore, all of whom bring varied skills and potential to the Pistons' roster.

Andrew Carr, a 6-foot-11 forward from Kentucky, recently participated in a pre-draft workout with the Detroit Pistons, who hold the 37th overall pick in the upcoming NBA Draft. Last season with the Wildcats, Carr averaged 10.3 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 1.7 assists per game, showcasing his shooting ability with a 52.2% overall field goal percentage and 34% from three-point range. Given the Pistons' need for frontcourt size and shooting versatility, Carr could fit well into their plans.

Despite his transfers from Delaware to Wake Forest and finally to Kentucky, Carr's blend of size and shooting makes him an intriguing option, albeit viewed as a fringe draft pick or an Exhibit 10 candidate. This type of contract allows teams to convert it into a two-way deal, providing Carr with a potential path to the Pistons' G League affiliate.