Arkansas Razorbacks Star Guard Boogie Fland Has Done It Again, Making Major Announcement—Head Coach John Calipari Reacts in Shock..
Boogie Fland, the Arkansas Razorbacks’ electric star guard and rising face of college basketball, has once again sent shockwaves through the basketball world. On Monday morning, Fland made a surprise announcement via social media that he will be entering the 2025 NBA Draft, foregoing his remaining college eligibility.
The announcement came just days after leading the Razorbacks to a deep March Madness run, where Fland’s performances turned heads nationwide. Averaging 18.7 points, 6.2 assists, and 4.3 rebounds per game this season, he became the centerpiece of John Calipari’s new era at Arkansas.
Head Coach Calipari, who only recently took the reins in Fayetteville, was visibly taken aback during an impromptu press conference.
“I didn’t see it coming—not this soon,” Calipari said, shaking his head. “Boogie’s a generational talent, and while
I support his decision 100%, I’ll be honest—we had big plans next season.”
Sources close to the program say Fland’s decision was heavily influenced by recent feedback from NBA scouts, many of whom project him as a lottery pick.
In his post, Fland thanked Razorback Nation, Coach Cal, and his teammates: “This past year has been unforgettable. I’ve grown as a player and a man, and I’m forever grateful. With that said, I’m ready to take the next step and declare for the NBA Draft.”
The Razorbacks now face a major shift heading into the offseason, and Calipari will likely hit the transfer portal hard to find a new backcourt leader.
One thing’s for sure—Boogie Fland’s era in Fayetteville may have been short, but it was nothing short of legendary.