Drake Powell is an American professional basketball player for the Brooklyn Nets, selected 22nd overall in the 2025 NBA Draft after one season with the North Carolina Tar Heels. This tag page collects news, articles, interviews, and updates covering his transition from a five-star recruit and McDonald’s All-American to a developing NBA wing. Stories include his college production, draft selection by Atlanta and trade to Brooklyn, G League assignment with the Long Island Nets, and his preseason development as a two-way perimeter player. The archive is relevant for readers tracking Powell’s professional growth, defensive versatility, outside shooting, and his projected role within the Nets’ long-term roster build.
