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Nate Ament drafted No. 13 overall by Bucks in 2026 NBA Draft
By Rylee Robinson at WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· June 24, 2026
· 1 min read
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - Nate Ament was drafted No. 13 overall to the Milwaukee Bucks in the 2026 NBA Draft. The Bucks acquired the pick from the Miami Heat in the Giannis Antetokounmpo trade.Ament is the highest drafted player in the Rick Barnes era. The freshman forward spent his one season of...
Key takeaway 13 overall to the Milwaukee Bucks in the 2026 NBA Draft.
Why this matters in The Nashville
Nate Ament's selection by the Milwaukee Bucks has significant implications for the local basketball community, particularly in the context of the University of Tennessee's influence on the NBA. As the highest drafted player in the Rick Barnes era, Ament's achievement reflects the program's growing reputation for producing top-tier talent. His success is likely to have a ripple effect, potentially attracting more top recruits to the Volunteers and bolstering the team's competitiveness in the SEC. Furthermore, Ament's draft profile, which highlights his unique combination of size, ball-handling, and playmaking abilities, may inspire young players in the Nashville area to develop their skills and strive for similar success. With Ament set to begin his professional career at the 2026 NBA Summer League, local fans will be watching closely to see how he performs against other top prospects and established players.
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Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - Nate Ament was drafted No. 13 overall to the Milwaukee Bucks in the 2026 NBA Draft. The Bucks acquired the pick from the Miami Heat in the Giannis Antetokounmpo trade.Ament is the highest drafted player in the Rick Barnes era. The freshman forward spent his one season of...
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