Sotto Inching Towards NBA Dream?

Despite not having his name called out in the 2022 NBA Draft, Kai Sotto’s NBA dream is not only alive and well, but progressing, as he continues to work towards his goal of earning a roster spot.

The 21-year-old Filipino sensation has reportedly completed workouts with the Dallas Mavericks and Utah Jazz, and is on his way to work out with the New York Knicks.

Sotto’s 218-centimetre frame and instinctive shot blocking makes him a tantalizing prospect for NBA sides, who may well want to see how he fares in Summer League action.

“He’s going through the process right now of introducing himself to NBA teams and coaches,” Sotto’s agent, Tony Ronzone, told PlayItRight.

“He’s competing against other players that are hungry to get an opportunity to play in the Summer League and get an opportunity to make a roster.”

Sotto’s off-season looms as a hectic one. Following the completion of the NBL23 season with Adelaide, he headed to Japan to play for the Hiroshima Dragonflies.

Now, World Cup and Summer League commitments loom for the two-time Chemist Warehouse NBL Fans MVP winner.

He added 11 points, two rebounds and two steals in Adelaide's win over Phoenix in the NBL23 pre-season and played a total of 50 games with the club.