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Pelle Larsson was like most of the NBA draft hopefuls the past couple days. He expected to hear his name called in the first round Wednesday. When it didn't happen, Larsson was OK with the second option despite some mock drafts having him a first-rounder.

College Basketball News / Burn City Sports / June 27

Heat pick up Arizona duo, draft Pelle Larsson, sign undrafted free agent Keshad Johnson

Not only were Arizona basketball guard Pelle Larsson and forward Keshad Johnson teammates in college, but the Wildcat duo will remain together as they are both new members of the Miami Heat after the 2024 NBA Draft.

NBA News / Miami Heat on SI / June 27

Miami Heat Grab Pelle Larsson At No. 44 After Pick Swap With Atlanta Hawks

The Miami Heat made a trade with the Atlanta Hawks but it wasn't the one most expected. The Heat swapped the No. 43 for the Hawks' No. 44 to select Arizona guard Pelle Larsson.

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College Basketball News / Arizona Sports / June 27

Arizona’s Pelle Larsson lands on the Heat in 2nd round of NBA Draft

The Miami Heat have selected guard Pelle Larsson out of the University of Arizona with the No. 44 overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft. In three seasons with the Wildcats, Larsson averaged 9.9 points per game, 2.8 assists and 3.9 rebounds while shooting 49.4% from the field and 38.5% from three-point country.

Miami Heat Trade Back to Select Pelle Larsson No. 44 Overall at 2024 NBA Draft

After grabbing Indiana’s Kel’el Ware at No. 15 yesterday in hopes of bolstering their interior line, the Miami Heat again selected at the 2024 NBA Draft on day two.

College Basketball News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / June 26

Second Round Sleeper: Pelle Larsson

Welcome to part two of the Second Round sleeper series. If you missed part one on Oso Ighodaro, you can find it HERE. Before we go right into part two, let me ask you a question: Does the name Jefferey Taylor ring a bell?

College Basketball News / Arizona Sports / June 20

Arizona’s Pelle Larsson, Keshad Johnson featured in ESPN, Bleacher Report 2024 NBA mock drafts

Arizona Wildcats duo Keshad Johnson and Pelle Larsson are both projected to fall to the second round in ESPN and Bleacher Report’s 2024 NBA mock drafts.

College Basketball News / Last Word On Sports / June 18

Pelle Larsson 2024 NBA Draft Profile

Pelle Larsson isn’t one of the biggest names. But the Swede was still was a part of multiple great teams and he knows how to win. Pelle Larsson came over from Nacka, Sweden and started his college career at Utah.

NBA News / Last Word On Sports / June 3

Pac-12 Stud Perfect Warriors Draft Addition

The Golden State Warriors have now hosted two dozen prospects for workouts in preparation for the 2024 NBA Draft. In doing so, they’ve found one who’s perfect for their team needs: Arizona wing Pelle Larsson.

College Basketball News / Arizona Sports / May 16

Pelle Larsson receives praise after NBA Draft Combine performances

Arizona Wildcats wing Pelle Larsson hovered in the peripherals of NBA scouts over the past two years because he brought an intriguing blend of athleticism and role-player potential.

College Basketball News / Arizona Sports / May 13

Arizona’s Johnson and Larsson, GCU’s Grant-Foster measure in at NBA Draft Combine

The 2024 NBA Draft Combine commenced Monday morning with several prospects from Arizona’s universities taking part. Arizona Wildcats Keshad Johnson and Pelle Larsson, plus Grand Canyon basketball’s Tyon Grant-Foster, measured in before the event got into drills.

College Basketball News / Burn City Sports / May 4

GCU’s Tyon Grant-Foster secures invite to 2024 NBA Draft Combine

Grand Canyon University guard Tyon Grant-Foster was one of 78 prospects who received an invite to the 2024 NBA Draft Combine. Arizona’s Keshad Johnson and Pelle Larsson are two more in-state players who received an invite to the combine.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / April 18, 2024

Larsson, Hall, Sears among latest early entrants for NBA Draft

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College Basketball News / NCAA Basketball on ClutchPoints / April 18, 2024

Arizona Wildcats lights-out shooter makes huge NBA Draft decision

Tommy Lloyd’s Arizona Wildcats have suffered a handful of key losses already this offseason, losing both Kylan Boswell and Oumar Ballo to the transfer portal, and both Caleb Love and Keshad Johnson to the NBA Draft.

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College Basketball News / Hardwood Heroics / April 18, 2024

NBA Draft: Arizona Wildcats Euro Star Makes Massive Career Decision After Hitting 42.6% of 3-Pointers

After four years in college, Arizona Wildcats shooting guard Pelle Larsson feels like he is ready for the big leagues. In a recent post on his Instagram account, Larrson reveals his intention to try his luck in the pros by declaring for the 2024 NBA Draft.

College Basketball News / Field Level Media / March 23, 2024

Arizona starts fast, holds off Dayton to advance

Caleb Love scored 19 points and Arizona earned a Sweet 16 spot with a 78-68 victory over Dayton on Saturday in West Region play at Salt Lake City. Pelle Larsson had 13 points, seven rebounds and six assists and Keshad Johnson recorded 13 points and seven rebounds in the second-round game for second-seeded Arizona (27-8).

College Basketball News / NBA Draft on SI / February 25, 2024

Arizona Wildcats: Pelle Larsson Continues to Stack Impressive Performances

Pelle Larsson's growing body of work has continued to bolster himself as a potential 2024 NBA Draft selection, as his distribution and shot-making has

College Basketball News / NBA Draft on SI / February 16, 2024

NBA Draft Scouting Report: Arizona's Pelle Larsson

A skilled prospect from Sweden with a modern skillset, Larsson transferred from Utah to Arizona after his freshman season and has gradually developed into a permanent starter as of this season. When looking at his offensive upside, Larsson has positional size and is efficient in the pick-and-roll both as a driver and playmaker.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Sports / February 12, 2024

Arizona wing Pelle Larsson earns Pac-12 Player of the Week

Arizona Wildcats swingman Pelle Larsson won the Pac-12 Player of the Week award after he helped his team sweep the mountain schools, the conference announced Monday.

College Basketball News / Field Level Media / February 8, 2024

No. 8 Arizona hands Utah first home loss in triple overtime

Pelle Larsson scored a career-high 27 points, including six in the final overtime period, as No. 8 Arizona handed Utah its first home loss of the season by outlasting the Utes 105-99 in triple overtime on Thursday night in Salt Lake City.

College Basketball News / Field Level Media / January 20, 2024

No. 12 Arizona rallies from big deficit to stop UCLA

Pelle Larsson scored 22 points, sparking No. 12 Arizona's comeback from a 17-point second-half deficit Saturday as the Wildcats rallied past rival UCLA 77-71 in Tucson, Ariz.

College Basketball News / NBA Draft on SI / January 11, 2024

Pelle Larsson Scouting Report: Offense

The Arizona Wildcats are one of the best teams in college basketball this season, as they are currently No. 8 in the latest AP Poll. The 12-3 team is full of talented players, including potential NBA prospects Kylan Boswell, Keshad Johnson, and KJ Lewis. Another NBA prospect on their roster is 22-year-old senior guard Pelle Larsson.

College Basketball News / Field Level Media / January 4, 2024

No. 10 Arizona wastes little time putting away Colorado

Pelle Larsson had 18 points and seven rebounds and No. 10 Arizona mauled Colorado from the outset while posting a 97-50 victory on Thursday night in Pac-12 play at Tucson, Ariz.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / December 31, 2023

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College Basketball News / Field Level Media / December 9, 2023

Top-ranked Arizona routs No. 23 Wisconsin

Pelle Larsson scored 21 points to lead hot-shooting No. 1 Arizona, which emphatically defended its new top ranking with a 98-73 victory over No. 23 Wisconsin on Saturday in Tucson, Ariz.