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Yahoo
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Danny Wolf's weeping brother goes viral after Nets' 2025 NBA Draft pick
The post Danny Wolf's weeping brother goes viral after Nets' 2025 NBA Draft pick appeared first on ClutchPoints. While Cooper Flagg was the main reason for all the interest that surrounded the first round of the 2025 NBA draft in Brooklyn on Wednesday night, there was surely more to the event than just the Dallas Mavericks' shiny new weapon from the Duke Blue Devils. After all, virtually everyone knew what was going to be the outcome of that pick. There were also plenty of other sidelights during the draft that got people's attention, including Brooklyn Nets draftee Danny Wolf's brother, Jake. Advertisement Following the announcement on stage that the Nets took the former Michigan Wolverines star big man as the 27th pick overall, Jake was caught on camera with his emotions on full display. The moment was just too immense for Jake, as he let it all out, with tears flowing down his face. Fans have lots of reactions to the clip of Jake Wolf tearing up, as his brother gets to realize his NBA dream. 'Get you someone in your life that cries over your success like Jake Wolf does 🥹,' posted a fan on X (formerly Twitter). 'We're ALL Jake Wolf right now,' shared a commenter. One fan can relate: 'Ay that's how I'd react if my brother got drafted to the NBA' Advertisement However, there were also others who couldn't help but make jokes about the Nets. 'What getting drafted by the Nets does to people,' one said. 'S**t i'd be the same way having to haul my sorry a** to barclays every game day 😭😭' a different comment read. 'Those are not tears of joy,' chimed in another. Jake, one of Danny's two older brothers, also knows how to play ball, having suited up for the Washington University from 2021 to 2023. The 6-11 Danny Wolf will bring a promising blend of size and skill to the Nets. Despite his size, he can put the ball on the floor, create shots for others and do damage from the perimeter. Advertisement After two years in the Ivy League with the Yale Bulldogs, he transferred to Ann Arbor and played a season for the Wolverines under head coach Dusty May, averaging 13.2 points, 9.7 rebounds and a career-high 3.6 assists while shooting 33.6 percent from behind the arc. Related: Brooklyn Nets 2025 NBA Draft grade for No. 8 pick Egor Demin Related: Nets' nightmare outcome for 2025 NBA Draft with 5 1st-round picks
Time of India
26-06-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Danny Wolf makes NBA leap with Brooklyn Nets while Jake Wolf's heartfelt reaction captures millions online
(Image Source - Getty Images) Danny Wolf was picked as the Brooklyn Nets' 27th overall choice and created a buzz of emotions. But it wasn't Danny, the towering 7-foot forward, who made headlines—it was his older brother, Jake Wolf, who took center stage. Cameras recorded Jake crying at Barclays Center, and his heartfelt reaction rapidly became a sensation online. This isn't just about a draft pick—it represents family, hard work, and dreams coming true. A moment of pure emotion eclipses the draft stage The draft night wasn't solely about Danny Wolf; it was also a significant moment for Jake Wolf, a former player from Washington University in St. Louis. As the announcer proclaimed, 'Danny Wolf, Brooklyn Nets,' everything seemed to pause. Jake, surrounded by family at Barclays Center, buried his face in his hands, clearly moved to tears. Monica McNutt from ESPN even remarked during the live coverage that he was 'still trying to regain his composure. ' This emotional display soon became dubbed a 'generational meme,' marking his entry into viral fame. Danny Wolf's ascent to the NBA is nothing less than motivational. A towering 7-footer from Glencoe, Illinois, he started his college journey at Yale, where he received first-team All-Ivy League accolades, was named MVP of the Ivy League tournament, and led the league in both rebounds and blocks. After making the switch to Michigan for the 2024–25 season, he played all 37 games, averaging 13.2 points, 9.7 rebounds, 3.6 assists, and 1.4 blocks per game, with an impressive shooting percentage of 49.7% from the field and 33.6% from three-point range. This stellar performance made him the Big Ten's top rebounder and a second-team All-Big Ten selection. Brooklyn Nets see a versatile frontcourt piece in Wolf Brooklyn's choice of Danny Wolf marks their fifth selection in the first round—joining a lineup of guard-oriented picks such as Russian point guard Egor Demin, French wing Nolan Traoré, UNC's Drake Powell, and Israeli guard Ben Saraf. The front office likes his physicality, court vision and spacing of Wolf, qualities that have turned him into a modern NBA big, a player who can shoot, pass, steal rebounds and defend the rim. Being efficient in pick-and-rolling situations and handling the ball is something that makes people notice the difference, unlike other players of his size. Jake Wolf is no stranger to the competitive side of basketball. Standing tall at 6‑11, he shone at Lake Forest Academy, where he was the team captain and averaged 14 points along with 7 rebounds during his junior year. He then went on to play two seasons at Washington University (2021–2023), participating in 27 games as a freshman and starting 22 as a sophomore. His response on draft night was filled with emotion — it was personal. It captured the essence of pride, dedication, and those late nights spent on the court with Danny. Also Read: Cooper Flagg's $63 million NBA entry sets the stage for a Dallas Mavericks era built on talent and expectations The entry of Danny Wolf in the NBA draft became a history in itself and it is the emotional and teary reaction of his brother Jake which had jolted hearts. This emotional scene took the center place of the evening and immediately got out on the internet. Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
Daily Mail
26-06-2025
- Sport
- Daily Mail
New NBA star's brother goes viral for his reaction to Brooklyn Nets pick
The 2025 NBA Draft proved to be an emotional evening for one supporting family member after a clip of him crying went viral on social media. On Wednesday night, Michigan Wolverines center Danny Wolf became the 27th pick of the draft after being selected by the Brooklyn Nets. Many had expected Wolf to be picked earlier in the night and footage showed the 21-year-old anxiously waiting for a decision alongside his brother, Jake. Eventually, once Danny was picked by Brooklyn, it was Jake's reaction which caught attention on social media as he bawled his eyes out on ESPN's broadcast. Footage showed a close up of an emotional Jake, who struggled to hold back tears and was forced to cover his face as he reacted to the news. Similarly to his brother, Jake - who stands at 6 foot 11 inches - also played basketball. Nets No. 27 pick Danny Wolf's brother was overcome with emotion after he got drafted 🥹❤️ — Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) June 26, 2025 He played four years of basketball four Lake Forest Academy before heading to Washington University in St. Louis. He played there between 2021 and 2023. In his final season there, he featured in all 27 games and averaged 4.7 points and a team-leading 5.4 rebounds per game. Meanwhile, his brother Danny was one of four Brooklyn draft picks on the evening, the last of the quartet to hear his name called in the first round. The Nets final two selections of Wolf and Ben Saraf marked a milestone for the NBA, as they became the first Israeli teammates in the league. One of Wolf's first actions as a Brooklyn Net was to correct his mother, Tina Wolf, on live television, by making sure she knew he was not drafted by the New York Knicks. The Wolf family conducted a live television interview minutes after he was drafted, with Danny's father, Josh Wolf, standing in between his NBA son and wife. While the 7-foot Wolf stood in a Nets hat, Tina took to the mic to talk about how proud she was of her son. 'We're so excited to go to New York! It was what he wanted and it happened!' Danny can be seen mouthing, 'Brooklyn! Brooklyn!' to his mother to correct her and not interrupt her interview.
