Dyson Daniels’ mom stole the spotlight at the 2022 NBA Draft on Thursday night. ... His father, Ricky Daniels, began a professional basketball career after playing for NC State.

Dyson Daniels hugs his mother after being drafted 8th overall by the New Orleans Pelicans during the 2022 NBA Draft at Barclays Center on June 23, 2022 in New York City.

Dyson Daniels' mom, Brikitta Kool-Daniels and her white dress was the main attraction during the NBA Draft after the 8th overall pick was selected by the New Orleans Pelicans.

Dyson Daniels’ nationality is Australian. He was born in Bendigo, Victoria, Australia to Brikitta Kool-Daniels and his father Ricky Daniels on March 17, 2003.

His father, American Ricky Daniels, began a professional basketball career in the Australian league with the Bendigo Braves after playing for North Carolina State, and was a two-time league MVP in ...

It seems Dyson Daniels’ mom is still processing her whirlwind of a night at the 2022 NBA Draft last Thursday.. Brikitta Kool-Daniels, the mother of the Pelicans’ first-round pick, became one ...