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Onetime NBA draft pick James Nnaji of Baylor gets frequent boos in college debut at TCU

January 4, 2026

James Nnaji, a 2023 NBA draft pick, made his college debut for Baylor amid significant boos from TCU fans during a 69-63 loss. The 7-foot center faced jeers upon entering the game and throughout his time on the court, prompting Baylor coach Scott Drew to substitute him after he accumulated four fouls late in the match.

Onetime NBA draft pick James Nnaji of Baylor gets frequent boos in college debut at TCU

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James Nnaji was the 31st pick in the 2023 NBA draft but never played in an official NBA game.
Nnaji's debut for Baylor came against TCU in their Big 12 opener.
He faced boos from TCU fans every time he touched the ball during the game.
Baylor lost the game to TCU with a final score of 69-63.
Nnaji had previously played in Europe before returning to college basketball.

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Onetime NBA draft pick James Nnaji of Baylor gets frequent boos in college debut at TCU

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