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Yanic Niederhauser: Penn State's Historic NBA Draft First-Rounder

6/26/2025

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Yanic Konan Niederhauser has etched his name in history as the first Penn State basketball player to be chosen in the NBA Draft's first round, going 30th overall to the Los Angeles Clippers. Standing tall at 7 feet, he averaged 12.9 points and 6.3 rebounds, demonstrating impressive defensive prowess. His achievement could significantly boost Penn State's recruiting under coach Mike Rhoades.

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Yanic Konan Niederhauser has etched his name in history as the first Penn State basketball player to be chosen in the NBA Draft's first round, going 30th overall to the Los Angeles Clippers. Standing tall at 7 feet, he averaged 12.9 points and 6.3 rebounds, demonstrating impressive defensive prowess. His achievement could significantly boost Penn State's recruiting under coach Mike Rhoades.