I hope that I can influence Chinese basketball, and even the youth. An Exhibit 10 contract is a one-year, minimum salary NBA contract with particular clauses attached to it. He spent two years at Windermere Prep in Florida before returning to China in March 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. . According to James Boyd of the Indianapolis Star, Zeng's contract is an Exhibit 10 deal, a positive indicator that the 19-year-old will have a future with the Pacers franchise. Back in 2014, 11-year-old Zeng joined "Project Eaglet" of the CBA's Beijing Ducks as one of the most promising children. Zeng, who will look to reclassify to 2021, is considered arguably the most promising Chinese . Top Performance: Fanbo's game against the Santa Cruz Warriors in the season finale showcased his potential and status as a top international prospect. G League Ignite forward Fanbo Zeng is signing with the Indiana Pacers and will play for them in Summer League, sources told The Athletic on Saturday. No Crystal Ball predictions at this time. Besides, a high school rating does not necessarily tell what kind of player someone will be. DOB 1/11/2003. 33 prospect in ESPN's Class of 2022, has chosen Gonzaga over offers from Florida State, Florida, Virginia Tech and others. The U.S. ban on travel from China will prevent him from finishing his final two years of high school at Windermere Prep, so Zeng will spend this upcoming season in China and attempt to enroll early at Gonzaga, starting next summer. That's the ultimate goal. That doesn't include Zeng, who wasn't previously considered a candidate to join this upcoming draft class. 9 pick in the 2019 NBA draft; Lithuanian big man and fellow former Zag Domantas Sabonis was selected No. At the high school level, he played for Windermere Preparatory School in Windermere, Florida. Fanbo Zeng, previously the No. He said he will look to reclassify to 2021 and enroll at the school next summer. He excels in transition and can really fly above the rim and throw down some nasty dunks. Stephen Curry was only a three-star player in high-school and now he is three-time NBA champions and two-time NBA MVP. At Windermere Prep, Zeng was ranked as high as 33rd in the high school class of 2022 before reclassifying to become a high school senior in 2021, where he still received a four-star distinction. 33 prospect in ESPN's Class of 2022, commits to play for Gonzaga Skip to navigation > Search You have come to the ESPN Africa edition, for other ESPN editions, click. ESPN grades are on a 100-point scale. He paved the way for Chinese players, especially players who play in the States. Here's why you should keep an eye on the Chinese forward ahead of the 2022-23 season. NIL, legal threats among issues for new NCAA boss, Tennessee coach Vitello to return after suspension, No. [4] He returned to China after the season and was unable to rejoin the team in his junior season due to COVID-19 travel restrictions. "I really appreciate people believing in me, and I'll use that as a motivation. At the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in March, Zeng, like many U.S.-based international players, elected to return home. A native of Harbin, China, Fanbo was among ESPN's top-ranked forwards in the class of 2022. "They've had many significant examples of developing international players. Jalen Duren Montverde Academy . The NBA G League is the NBA's official minor league. "My family always teaches me to be a great person before everything," Zeng said. Ignite has four players currently ranked in the ESPN 100: Jaden Hardy (No. Zeng spent three years playing high school basketball in Oregon and Florida but returned to China at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, originally committing to Gonzaga over scholarship offers from Florida State, Florida, Virginia Tech and others before electing to pursue the professional route. College Windermere Prep (Fla.) Playing in China in 2022-23. This page was last edited on 30 December 2022, at 06:34. 2021 Top Basketball Recruits in Florida. "That changed everything for me -- learning how to play with and against other athletic players," he said. [Head] coach Mark Few has been an extremely successful coach. Fanbo joined Ignite as one of the world's top youth prospects, ranked as one of the top forwards and 33rd overall by ESPN in the draft class of 2022. "Most importantly, I wish I can contribute wearing the Chinese national jersey and represent my country on a global stage. Overall Rank: E+ Only: Position Rank: Fanbo Zeng, the No. The 17-year-old Zeng has garnered considerable attention both in the U.S. and China thanks to the progress he made this past season. Pacers sign undrafted G League Ignite prospect with high upside, According to James Boyd of the Indianapolis Star, Biggest winners & losers from 2022 NBA Draft, What is G League Ignite? ", Richard Lapchick | Contributing Writer, ESPN.com, Zags and Zeng: Touted recruit chooses Gonzaga, College softball rankings: The top 25 teams in the NCAA this week, Previewing the 2023 college softball season: Players you need to watch, key storylines and WCWS predictions. College Sports Home Scores Rankings Tickets Fanbo shined the light on his potential plans via ESPN. That's the ultimate goal. 2021 High School Pos Rankings State Rankings 247Sports Composite Top247 Rank Player Pos Ht / Wt Rating Team 1 1 Chet Holmgren Minnehaha Academy (Minneapolis, MN) C 7-0 / 190 100 1 1 1 2 2. Profile; Analysis; College Game Log; Conversation; Player Evaluations. The U.S. ban on travel from China will prevent him from finishing his final two years of high school at Windermere Prep, so Zeng will spend this upcoming season in China and attempt to enroll early at Gonzaga, starting next summer. Though he was not rated five stars, Zeng is NBA material who just needs to work harder. . MarJon Beauchamp, who will be present in the Draft night green room, is expected to go . Japanese forward Rui Hachimura was the No. Follow full coverage of Fanbo Zeng during the 2022 NBA Draft on ESPN.com. A native of Harbin, China, Fanbo. 6 pick Bennedict Mathurin are at the forefront, but they're all perimeter players. Off On. On the defensive end, he's certainly got a few intangible instincts. Zeng and the Pacers open Summer League play on Friday, July 8. 33 prospect in the ESPN Class of 2022, has committed to play college basketball at Gonzaga, he told ESPN on Saturday. In an interview with ESPN, Zeng stated,"This is the best and fastest way to become a pro, and also get better every day,"This was the best decision I could make while I was in China. He really showed me what the program is about and how I'd fit perfectly at Gonzaga. Fanbo Zeng is a quick, bouncy and agile combo forward from China who is playing with the G League Ignite this year, after previously committing to Gonzaga. You have come to the ESPN Africa edition, for other ESPN editions, click above. Coming from a basketball family, with both parents ex-players, Zeng was identified as a prospect at an early age, moving from his hometown of Harbin to an academy 750 miles away in Beijing at age 11 before eventually moving to Oregon and then Florida. As a sophomore in 2019-20, Fanbo averaged 15.5 points, 7.2 re-bounds, 2.6 blocks and 2.1 assists to earn Class 3A First Team All-State and Orlando Sentinel All-Area First Team honors. He averaged 15.5 points, 7.2 rebounds, 2.6 blocks and 2.1 assists per game at Windermere Prep high school outside Orlando, Florida, as a sophomore in 2019-20, shooting 47% from 3-point range and establishing himself as a potential five-star recruit. [7] On November 21, 2020, he committed to playing college basketball for Gonzaga over offers from Florida State, Florida and Virginia Tech, among others. Fanbo Zeng, the No. Which I'm sure it will be a blessing to train with some of the best coaches and teammates.". "Gonzaga is a very successful program with great people -- coaches, staff, players and all the fans," Zeng told ESPN. Beijing ICP prepared NO.16065310-3, Chinese teenager Zeng Fanbo rated Four-Star high-school player by ESPN. Please use my personal information for the NBA to send me messages and advertisements about products and initiatives of the NBA and NBA partners. Kenny Anderson: 42: Knicks: Jaylin Williams C - Arkansas - HT: 6-10 - WT: 240 - WING: 7-1 - So - A fundamentally sound and really smart basketball player who impacts all aspects . Rankings Note: Rankings data shown based on latest ESPN Rankings released on N/A, Scout Rankings released on N/A, and Rivals Rankings released on N/A. I'm very confident on the court and enjoy every second of playing ball. [Head] coach Mark Few has been an extremely successful coach. A native of Harbin, China, Fanbo was among ESPN's top-ranked forwards in the class of 2022. Weight 200. 6-9, 205 | Class of 2021 . It's a huge motivation for me rather than pressure. Lack of diversity within collegiate sports leadership continues, Baylor sits at No. I'm far from being compared to the greatest Chinese players that ever played. Birth: 11 1 2003 (age 20) : 207cm / 6'9". Zeng was born in Harbin in the Chinese province of Heilongjiang. He wants to go to work every day, maximize his potential and be the best. "Gonzaga is a very successful program with great people -- coaches, staff, players and all the fans," Zeng told ESPN. A 2.05-meter-tall forward, Zeng has a 2.11-meter wingspan, good athleticism and 3-point shooting ability. Fanbo Zeng, an NBA prospect from China, has signed to play with the NBA G League Ignite. He drilled four 3-pointers and finished with 17 points on 60% shooting from the field and 57.1% from deep. A playmaker with size who has range as well. I'm far from being compared to the greatest Chinese players that ever played. The 19-year-old Zeng, one of the . As part of a talented Ignite team, Zeng did not get a chance to fully showcase his skills during the 2021-22 season, but he has plenty of untapped potential that can be put on display during his time with Indiana. Zeng arrived at the G League Ignite practice facility in Walnut Creek, California, last week and will be cleared soon for live action. With only one Chinese player drafted since 2007, the country's basketball fans have significant hopes for Zeng's development over the coming years. Fanbo Zeng was once a top ranked high school prospect. The 6-foot-10 forward will be . [2] For his freshman year of high school, Zeng moved to the United States, enrolling at Windermere Preparatory School in Windermere, Florida. Privacy Policy | Terms of Use | Accessibility and Closed Captions | Do Not Sell My Personal InformationCopyright 2023 NBA Media Ventures, LLC.All rights reserved. Courtesy of NBA G League Fanbo joined Ignite as one of the world's top youth prospects, ranked as one of the top forwards and 33rd overall by ESPN in the class of 2022. Fanbo Zeng, the No. Club: Beijing Bucks Basketball Club (CHN) Nationality: CHN. Fanbo joined Ignite as one of the worlds top youth prospects, ranked as one of the top forwards and 33rd overall by ESPN in the draft class of 2022. He spent two years at. Zeng, once rated as the. I'm very confident on the court and enjoy every second of playing ball. Rankings; Bronny James Tabbed As Top-10 Pick In Mock 2024 NBA Draft. Dyson Daniels, Jaden Hardy, MarJon Beauchamp, Michael Foster Jr. and Fanbo Zeng are Ignite draft prospects. He established himself as a top recruit after averaging 15.5 points, 7.2 rebounds, 2.6 blocks and 2.1 assists as a second-year in 2019-20, shooting 47% from 3-point range. But I must work extremely hard to have a great career and accomplishments. Zeng says the G League Ignite was closely followed in China last year even without the presence of a local player, a feature that now will surely amplify the amount of attention the NBA's relatively new program receives in one of the biggest media markets on the planet. I'm lucky enough to have someone like Yao [Ming] as a pioneer. 2023 MLB draft rankings 1.0: Which SEC slugger is No. That's one of the important goals I have at Gonzaga. 11 in 2016. Height 6'11". He has some work to do, but there's a reason that the franchise has reportedly signed him to an Exhibit 10 contract. Also, just to develop overall. Coming from a basketball family, with both parents ex-players, Zeng was identified as a prospect at an early age, moving from his hometown of Harbin to an academy 750 miles away in Beijing at age 11 before eventually moving to Oregon and then Florida. There are no shortcuts. WALNUT CREEK, Calif., Oct. 13, 2021 - Fanbo Zeng, a top international prospect from China, has signed to play with NBA G League Ignite, NBA G League President Shareef Abdur-Rahim announced. I can only work harder to achieve what they have achieved. [1] At age eleven, he joined the youth program of the Beijing Ducks. ", Richard Lapchick | Contributing Writer, ESPN.com, Zags and Zeng: Touted recruit chooses Gonzaga, College softball rankings: The top 25 teams in the NCAA this week, Previewing the 2023 college softball season: Players you need to watch, key storylines and WCWS predictions. I really hope that someday I'll be playing in the NBA. Zeng committed to Gonzaga University in November of 2020, but later instead chose to withdraw from his college choice and compete with NBA G League Ignite. The teen then returned to China last March because of the. Just might be the highest rated game ever watched by China with Fanbo Zeng and Haowen Guo going head to head. Fanbo Zeng, a top international prospect from China, has signed to play with NBA G League Ignite, NBA G League President Shareef Abdur-Rahim announced today. 41: Pelicans: Kennedy Chandler: PG - Tennessee - HT: 6-0 1/2 - WT: 172 - WING: 6-5 1/4 - Fr - A bit undersized but plays bigger than his size and has big time athleticism. There was no outlook written for Fanbo Zeng in 2022. 6-9, 205 | Class of 2021. He's as hard of a worker as I've ever coached.". Fanbo was also named to the Chinese men's basketball team's training camp prior to their 2021 Olympic qualifying matchups and the 2021 FIBA Asia Cup qualifiers, which were held this past summer. I had to finish high school back in my hometown. Gilbert McGregor is an NBA content producer for The Sporting News. Fanbo Zeng, the No. In fact, some labeled him as the best Chinese prospect since Yao Ming. Status Undeclared. On the court, I see myself as a skilled, athletic and smart perimeter player. "It's very, very important to have coaches who understand different cultures and can guide me through this process.". Zeng said his decision to come to the U.S. at age 14 should help his transition to the college game and, he hopes, boost his chances of playing in the NBA. "This was the best decision I could make while I was in China. I already can't wait to join.". 1 in combined men's and women's college basketball rankings, Dick Vitale's 2020-21 college basketball players to watch -- and more, 2021 men's college basketball recruiting class rankings: Michigan stays at 1; Auburn and UNLV rise, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. "My family always teaches me to be a great person before everything," Zeng said. Fans can get a glimpse at the players,. "Big man on campus: Fanbo Zeng brings A-game to Windermere Prep", "Fanbo Zeng is big missing piece for Windermere Prep basketball", "Fanbo Zeng of Windermere Prep is 3A basketball All-State", "Windermere Prep basketball's Fanbo Zeng quarantined in China", "Orlando area high school boys basketball season preview", "Top Chinese prospect Fanbo Zeng picks G League Ignite over Gonzaga: Sources", "Fanbo Zeng, the No. On October 13, 2021, Zeng signed with the NBA G League Ignite of the NBA G League. 1. Japanese forward Rui Hachimura was the No. "Gonzaga is a very successful program with great people -- coaches, staff, players and all the fans," Zeng told ESPN. He is also a capable playmaker off the bounce as he has solid ball skills for the position and is capable of facing up bigs and also using his threat to shoot to attack closeouts. "This is the best and fastest way to become a pro, and also get better every day," Zeng told ESPN. 3 Tennessee suspends baseball coach Vitello, FSU AD: Lagging ACC revenue 'has to change', Huskers volleyball set for outdoors to spike crowd, Projecting the NCAA men's hockey tournament field, College baseball 2023 Golden Spikes Award preseason watch list -- favorites, sleeper picks, Women's college hockey: Top players, key storylines, Frozen Four picks, Men's college hockey: Top teams, best players, Frozen Four picks, U-M's Hutchins, NCAA softball wins leader, retires. Small Forward; 6'-11", 190 lbs; null; 2022 Draft Results. Verbal Commits Newsletter. NBA Home Scores Schedule Standings Stats Teams Daily Lines All-Star Game More Hawks Fire Nate McMillan. He paved the way for Chinese players, especially players who play in the States. There are no shortcuts. He says he has grown 2 inches in the past 18 months and now stands 6-foot-11, while weighing 198 pounds. I agree to the Terms of Use and the Privacy Policy. Though Zeng is only 19 years old, his story of fighting overseas to join an NBA team is already known to many in . "Everyone in China paid attention to Ignite last year," Zeng said. 2021 High School Pos Rankings State Rankings. . 33 prospect in the Class of 2022, has committed to play for Gonzaga, he told ESPN. I will also finish schoolwork a year early and start playing in college next year. I'm lucky enough to have someone like Yao [Ming] as a pioneer. Fanbo Zeng, who is considered to be the top Chinese prospect, will reportedly decommit from Gonzaga to sign with the NBA G League Ignite for the 2021-22 season, according to Shams Charania of The Athletic. Only two Chinese players have been drafted in the past 15 years, with Zhou Qi being the last player to set foot on an NBA floor, in 2018. Many things can change during one's high school and college careers size, strength, skills just like anything can happen when one joins the NBA. Zeng has improved on the ESPN 100 list as he is currently ranked number 33, which is way better than his other ranking had he reclassified. He spent two years at Windermere Prep in. Fanbo Zeng. In these cases, the average was taken. 2023 MLB draft rankings 1.0: Which SEC slugger is No. 1 in combined men's and women's college basketball rankings, Dick Vitale's 2020-21 college basketball players to watch -- and more, 2021 men's college basketball recruiting class rankings: Michigan stays at 1; Auburn and UNLV rise. 2005-2023 CBS INTERACTIVE ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Which I'm sure it will be a blessing to train with some of the best coaches and teammates.". Zeng, a four-star recruit out of Windermere Prep in Central Florida, initially committed to Gonzaga but the . "It's very, very important to have coaches who understand different cultures and can guide me through this process.". According to The Athletic's Shams Charania, the Ignite will sign Fanbo Zeng, a 6-foot-10 forward that . April 24, 2021 3:43 pm ET. He is still immature physically so getting stronger is an area for growth. Fanbo Zeng, the No. At the time of his most . He arrived in the United States from China in 2017 as a 14-year-old, establishing himself as one of the top players in his class with a strong sophomore season at Windermere Prep high school outside Orlando, Florida, averaging 15.5 points, 7.2 rebounds, 2.6 blocks and 2.1 assists per game last season. So, it had a pretty big impact, but at the same time showed me more options.". 1 overall? So, it had a pretty big impact, but at the same time showed me more options.". At the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in March, Zeng, like many U.S.-based international players, elected to return home. I'm very confident on the court and enjoy every second of playing ball. NIL, legal threats among issues for new NCAA boss, Tennessee coach Vitello to return after suspension, No. The deal is usually not guaranteed, but teams have until the beginning of the regular season to convert the deal into a two-way contract. Zeng Fanbo of Windermere Preparatory School in the game. He's as hard of a worker as I've ever coached.". https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QU2Y3NRzsrU&list=PLRF0Qy76Eqm5RwfhdrNTwnjAuHTSVbTiq&index=24, https://twitter.com/Pacers/status/1534640394348244993?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1534640394348244993%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fmanage-local.nba.com%2Fignite%2Fwp-admin%2Fpost.php%3Fpost%3D718action%3Dedit, https://twitter.com/DraftExpress/status/1530640130939072512?s=20&t=ThpgxiCMfn5pqtMxEcxNNg, https://twitter.com/Yofollowme2/status/1536904560656121856. Fanbo Zeng, the No. I will also finish schoolwork a year early and start playing in college next year. As a sophomore at Windermere Prep (FL), he averaged 15.5 points, 7.2 . After three members of the Ignite were selected in the 2022 NBA Draft, The Athletic's Shams Charania broke the news that undrafted forward Fanbo Zeng had signed with the Pacers ahead of the Las Vegas NBA Summer League. With only one Chinese player drafted since 2007, the country's basketball fans have significant hopes for Zeng's development over the coming years. "He's a great passer who can handle it as well. 44d @SPORTS_SLL. That was definitely very important to me throughout the recruiting process. At 19, Zeng has tremendous upside and a legitimate opportunity to make an impression during Summer League play, building momentum ahead of training camp. "I was lucky enough to have coach Brian Hoff from Windermere Prep and my AAU coach, Anthony Ricks, to help me grow as a student and a player. He really showed me what the program is about and how I'd fit perfectly at Gonzaga. Oct 17, 2022 at 10:26 am ET 1 min read. /CCTV-5. Zeng said his decision to come to the U.S. at age 14 should help his transition to the college game and, he hopes, boost his chances of playing in the NBA. [Head] coach Mark Few has been an extremely successful coach. He excels in transition and can really fly above the rim and throw down some nasty dunks. 3), Dyson Daniels (No. No performance displayed Zeng's ability better than a 17-point showing against the Santa Cruz Warriors in which he sank four of his six 3-point attempts and put some other tools on display in 37 minutes of action. The transition to Gonzaga will be so much easier because of that," Zeng said. 33 prospect in the ESPN class of 2022, told ESPN on Wednesday that he has signed with the NBA's G League Ignite program and will declare for the 2022 NBA draft. [Assistant] coach Tommy Lloyd has been taking such a great care of the athletes that came from overseas. 1 overall? Gonzaga has had significant success throughout the years with international players, which Zeng said played an important role in his decision. Copyright 2020 CGTN. "They love it. Verbal Commits - Fanbo Zeng Player Profile: Rankings, Stars, Video Highlights, Offers, Tweets, Height, Weight, High School, Position, Hometown . "It's always more difficult for international players to adapt," Zeng said. 53). I can fit in any team because I take open shots, find teammates and make good decisions with the ball. Hometown Windermere, Fla. School Windermere Prep (POST) Position Power Forward. "I was lucky enough to have coach Brian Hoff from Windermere Prep and my AAU coach, Anthony Ricks, to help me grow as a student and a player. Also, just to develop overall. Ignite helped Jalen Green and Jonathan Kuminga become pros.". Inside NBA G League's developmental program. "They've had many significant examples of developing international players. According to ESPN, the power forward checks in at 6-foot-11 and 198 pounds. I need to keep working on getting stronger. 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