While high school student AJ Dybantsa will announce in February 2025 the university where he will prepare during the 2025/26 season for the 2026 Draft, Karim Lopezhe already announces his future before the Draft in two years.
Indeed, we learned that the 17-year-old Mexican (2m03), announced very high during the 2026 Draft, will join Australia and the New Zealand Breakers in the NBL for the next two seasons.
Like LaMelo Ball or Alexandre Sarr before him, or even the Spanish nugget Izan Almansa next season, Karim Lopez will be part of the “Next Stars” program, which prepares foreign players for the NBA.
“This is an important signing for our program. We look forward to seeing Karim's progress over the next two years in the NBL.”, Liam Santamaria rejoicesthe GM of this program. “He's a long, mobile wing who has the size and versatility for the NBA. He can defend multiple positions and make an impact with his wingspan and impressive instincts.”
Introducing, Karim Lopez ✨@NBL @NZBreakers pic.twitter.com/M3fJNeHQFc
— NBL Next Stars (@NBLNextStars) August 9, 2024
