BVI Baller D’Moi Hodge To Enter NBA Draft

British Virgin Islands college basketball player D’Moi Hodge will enter the 2023 NBA draft, he announced on his Facebook page today.

The Missouri Tigers 6′ 4″ guard said securing a spot on a NBA team is the next chapter of his career.

“Now it’s on to the next chapter of my hoops career and I’m excited to announce that I’m officially declaring for the 2023 NBA Draft.”

He thanked his family, coaches, college teammates and the fans for supporting him on this incredible journey.

“First and foremost I would like to thank my family for their continued love and support of my goals and dreams. To Coach Gates and the entire Mizzou staff, what a season! Thank you for taking a chance on a graduate senior and preparing me for what’s ahead. Your guidance and coaching helped me to become a better player and person off the court. I’m just a kid from the British Virgin Islands and this season you put me in position to attack and pursue my dreams with unwavering confidence.”

The 24-year-old added: “I also want to thank my brothers for pushing me along the way. I call y’all my brothers because we’re more than just teammates. The bond we share can’t be broken and I’m proud of what we accomplished this season. Finally to all the Mizzou fans, I appreciate you for embracing me and supporting our team through it all this season. You guys are the best fans in the SEC and I’m glad that I got to experience your energy this season.”

According to the NBA Draft Scouring Report, Hodge has “emerged as a potential second-round pick.”

He has been praised by scouts as a “standout defender with great hands, good instincts and a knack for getting steals.”

He hits 40 percent from the three-point line a senior.