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On April 7, 2009, Meeks declared his eligibility for the 2009 NBA Draft and his intention to not hire an agent, leaving open the possibility of returning to Kentucky next season. In a May 28 story, Meeks stated in reference to his desire to be a first round NBA draft pick, "If I'm not first round, then I'll go back to school." On June 15, 2009, Meeks decided to stay in the draft and forgo his final season of eligibility at Kentucky. During the 2009 NBA Draft on June 25, 2009, Meeks was drafted 41st overall by the Milwaukee Bucks.
On February 18, 2010, Meeks was traded to the Philadelphia 76ers along with Francisco Elson in exchange for Primoz Brezec and Royal Ivey.
On November 26, 2010, Meeks scored 21 points in a 99–90 loss to the Miami Heat. He got his first career start on December 3, 2010, putting up 9 points, one rebound, and one steal in 19 minutes. In just his second start, Meeks scored 26 points (20 in the first quarter), shooting 9–16 from the field, including 7–10 from long range (6–7 in the first quarter). On March 27, 2012, Meeks scored 31, a new career high.
In the 2011–12 season, Meeks' three-point field goal percentage dropped (.365) and his free throw attempts fell drastically. He eventually lost his starting job.
On August 13, 2012, Meeks officially signed a two-year contract with the Los Angeles Lakers worth about $3 million. The second year of the contract is a team option. On November 30, he scored 21 points on a career-high seven three-pointers in a 122–103 win over the Denver Nuggets.
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