In the span of less than three weeks, Florida guard Walter Clayton Jr. has risen from a projected second-round pick with promise to a sure first-round pick who may be a candidate to leap into the lottery discussion.

As the Florida Gators claimed their third national title, Walter Clayton Jr.’s name resonated. Clayton’s performance in the NCAA Tournament elevated his draft stock, with outlets now projecting him as a first-round pick.

Florida Gators guard Walter Clayton Jr. capped off his historic season by being named the NCAA Tournament's most outstanding player. WHAT A TOURNAMENT FROM THE GATOR GUARD 🔥 WALTER CLAYTON JR. IS YOUR MOST OUTSTANDING PLAYER 🙌 #MarchMadness pic.twitter.com/9T1iDigrwJ