In just one year with the Wisconsin Badgers, John Tonje went from unknown prospect to one of the best scorers in the Big Ten. Now he is headed to the NBA.
Tonje was chosen by the Utah Jazz as the 53rd draft pick.
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Tonje turned heads during the NBA Combine in May, finishing near the top of the leaderboard for shooting, saying all he needed was a chance.
"That's one thing I know that's true is, when I'm given an opportunity, I'm going to do everything I can just to make the most of it," Tonje stated. "I improve. I get better. I love the game. I love to get better. That's why I keep playing, so if there's one thing on my track record you can point to is that I'm going to get better. I'm going to do everything I can to compete wherever I'm given an opportunity."
During his senior year, Tonje averaged 19.6 points, 5.3 rebounds and 1.8 assists, according to ESPN.
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