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From Ja Morant to Zion Williamson, a look at top NBA prospects

If there was one moment that could be brighter than any shining moments this weekend in Minneapolis, it would be Zion Williamson cutting down the nets. Or tearing down the rim. Or destroying the backboard like it was a pair of his Nikes.

But college basketball's most famous player - and probably its best - won't be in Minneapolis for the Final Four of the NCAA Tournament this weekend. Duke got eliminated by Michigan State on Sunday. While college basketball would certainly benefit from more Williamson, NBA executives and scouts don't care.

They've seen enough.

It wouldn't have taken a national championship for talent

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