UConn star Liam McNeeley, an expected lottery pick, is declaring for the NBA draft. / Bob Donnan-Imagn Images
UConn Huskies star Liam McNeeley, the Big East's Freshman of the Year, is declaring for the 2025 NBA draft, [he told](https://x.com/DraftExpress/status/1907117701413179791) ESPN's Jonathan Givony.
McNeeley, who spent just one season at UConn, averaged 14.5 points, 6.0 rebounds and 2.3 assists on 38.1% shooting in 27 games this season.
The expectation is that the 6' 7" McNeeley will be a lottery pick.