What year is Kobe Bufkin? Is Kobe Bufkin going to the NBA?

Kobe Bufkin is a sophomore. Sophomore guard Kobe Bufkin will forgo his remaining collegiate eligibility and enter the 2023 NBA draft.

Kobe Bufkin was born on September 21, 2003, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States of America. Kobe Bufkin played basketball for Grand Rapids Christian High School in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

As a sophomore in Grand Rapids, Kobe Bufkin averaged 20 points, seven rebounds, and three assists per game, helping his team achieve a 16–6 record. In his junior season, Bufkin averaged 22 points, five rebounds, and four assists per game, leading his team to a 20–2 record.

On December 20, 2021, Kobe Bufkin earned co-Big Ten freshman of the week honors for his first double-digit scoring effort on December 18 against Southern Utah.

On February 2, 2023, Kobe Bufkin contributed 15 points and a career-high 12 rebounds, for his first double-double and a career-high eight assists against Northwestern.

Following the regular season, he earned All-Big Ten 3rd team recognition from the media and honorable mention recognition from the coaches.