Florida State University Athletics
Lajae Jones Selected by Golden State in 2026 NBA Draft
6/24/2026 10:50:00 PM | Men's Basketball
TALLAHASSEE – Florida State men's basketball standout Lajae Jones was selected by the Golden State Warriors with the 54th overall pick in the second round of the 2026 NBA Draft on Wednesday night.
"Lajae is a great fit for the Golden State organization," said FSU Men's Basketball head coach Luke Loucks. "He came to Florida State with the goal of playing in the NBA and he trusted our staff, system and player development plan throughout the season to help get him to this point.
"I am proud of the player and man he has become, and I look forward to seeing him continue to develop both on and off the court. We are excited to continue supporting him as he prepares for the next level."
Jones spent the 2025-26 season at Florida State and emerged as one of the Seminoles' top performers on both ends of the floor. He played in all 33 games while making 31 starts and averaged 12.7 points per game, the third-highest average on the team. Jones also led FSU in total rebounds (189) and blocked shots (33).
The 6-foot-7-inch guard elevated his play during postseason competition, earning All-ACC Tournament Second Team honors after averaging 21.5 points and 5.5 rebounds in contests against California and No. 1-ranked Duke.
One of the most memorable performances of his collegiate career came in Florida State's victory over Georgia Southern at the Donald L. Tucker Center. Jones scored a career-high 36 points while tying the school record with 10 made 3-point field goals.
Jones became the 52nd Seminole in program history (12th since 2016) to get drafted. He now joins the Warriors, an organization in which Loucks spent six seasons.
For more information on Florida State men's basketball, check Seminoles.com for the latest news and scheduling information, and keep up with the team on social media through Twitter/X (@FSUHoops), Instagram (@FSUHoops) and Facebook (@FSUMBasketball).
"Lajae is a great fit for the Golden State organization," said FSU Men's Basketball head coach Luke Loucks. "He came to Florida State with the goal of playing in the NBA and he trusted our staff, system and player development plan throughout the season to help get him to this point.
"I am proud of the player and man he has become, and I look forward to seeing him continue to develop both on and off the court. We are excited to continue supporting him as he prepares for the next level."
Jones spent the 2025-26 season at Florida State and emerged as one of the Seminoles' top performers on both ends of the floor. He played in all 33 games while making 31 starts and averaged 12.7 points per game, the third-highest average on the team. Jones also led FSU in total rebounds (189) and blocked shots (33).
The 6-foot-7-inch guard elevated his play during postseason competition, earning All-ACC Tournament Second Team honors after averaging 21.5 points and 5.5 rebounds in contests against California and No. 1-ranked Duke.
One of the most memorable performances of his collegiate career came in Florida State's victory over Georgia Southern at the Donald L. Tucker Center. Jones scored a career-high 36 points while tying the school record with 10 made 3-point field goals.
Jones became the 52nd Seminole in program history (12th since 2016) to get drafted. He now joins the Warriors, an organization in which Loucks spent six seasons.
For more information on Florida State men's basketball, check Seminoles.com for the latest news and scheduling information, and keep up with the team on social media through Twitter/X (@FSUHoops), Instagram (@FSUHoops) and Facebook (@FSUMBasketball).
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