Isaiah Evans may not have heard his name called in the first round of the NBA Draft, but he still arguably stole the show before the draft even started.
The former Duke star arrived at Barclays Center wearing what is reportedly the most expensive jewelry fit in NBA Draft history. Evans rocked a jaw-dropping $3 million diamond brooch along with a $1 million diamond wallet chain designed by celebrity jeweler Jason of Beverly Hills.
The custom fit immediately went viral across social media, with fans stunned by the amount of money being worn before Evans had officially signed an NBA contract. The centerpiece of the outfit was a massive 45-carat ruby brooch surrounded by white diamonds, while the wallet chain reportedly contained over 170 carats of diamonds.
Ironically, the flashy entrance was followed by a disappointing night for Evans professionally. Despite being invited to the green room as a projected first-round selection, Evans slid out of the first round entirely and remained available heading into day two of the draft.
That contrast quickly became one of the biggest talking points online. Some fans praised Evans for embracing the moment and showing confidence, while others questioned whether the extravagant jewelry display was too much before even making it to the league. Social media reactions ranged from admiration to criticism, with many joking that the jewelry was worth more than some rookie contracts. Evans Will likely hear his name called early tonight.
