From Iowa All-American to NBA Rookie Extension Star
Keegan Murray, the former Iowa Hawkeyes forward, is no longer a college athlete but a Sacramento Kings player signed to a historic $140 million, five-year extension through 2030-31, making him the most valuable former Hawkeye in NBA history. During his standout 2021-22 college season, he averaged 22.0 points and 8.0 rebounds, earning All-American honors with elite shooting (47.3% from three) and defensive versatility as a 6-8, 225-lb wing who blocks shots and leads with intense, quiet confidence. While he's currently navigating an ankle injury and inconsistent NBA scoring (11.6 PPG in 2025-26), his differentiators—size, shooting range, rebounding, and high-intensity play—make him a premium fit for teams needing a modern, multi-position forward who can grow into a star.
