Choosing to forego his remaining NCAA eligibility, Oklahoma freshman guard Jeremiah Fears formally declared for the 2025 NBA Draft. During an ESPN interview, the 18-year-old revealed his excitement for the next phase of his basketball adventure and discussed his first year.

“I was fortunate to enter Oklahoma in a fantastic environment full of possibilities,” Fears remarked. “Every day, I had excellent coaches and teammates working with me to help a young freshman fulfill his dreams.”

Native of Joliet, Illinois, Fears had an instant effect on his one and only season with the Sooners. Beg