During the 2021 NCAA championship game, current Washington Wizards players Corey Kispert and Jared Butler faced off when Gonzaga played Baylor, with Butler leading the Bears to their first national championship title.

The Big Picture

The NCAA Tournament serves as a stage for college athletes to showcase their talents and potentially transition to the professional level, garnering attention from NBA scouts and fans.

By the Numbers
  • Butler scored a game-high 22 points in the championship game.
  • Kispert recorded 12 points, three rebounds, two assists, one block, and one steal in the same game.
State of Play
  • Butler and Kispert have now become teammates at the NBA level with the Washington Wizards.
  • Since their college showdown, they have played a total of 117 minutes together for the Wizards.
What's Next

As they continue their careers with the Wizards, Butler and Kispert aim to create new success stories together on the court.

Bottom Line

From collegiate rivals to NBA teammates, Butler and Kispert's journey showcases a transition from foes on the court to allies aiming for success as teammates in Washington.