The effect of NCAA players on NBA performance: an empirical study

This paper analyzes the sources of NBA players and draft players by using literature and statistics. The study found that 56% of NBA players in 2023 came from the NCAA, and an average of 82-90% of new players per year from 2005-2008 came from the NCAA. As the largest source of players, the NCAA is the backbone of the NBA - there are several factors that contribute to the success of the NBA's partnership with the NCAA. The integration of sports and education allows athletes to be fully developed in a sustainable way in terms of sportsmanship, academic standing and athletic skills; Effective incentive mechanism and appropriate competition system to promote the rapid improvement of athletes' sports skills; The selection mechanism of excellent athletes ensures the smooth flow of athletes.