The 2026 NBA draft saw a historic moment for Florida Atlantic University as Baba Miller, a former Owls standout, was chosen 36th overall by the Los Angeles Clippers, marking the highest draft position ever achieved by an FAU alumnus.
A Draft Milestone for FAU
Miller’s journey to the draft has been marked by stints in Spain’s youth system with Real Madrid, two seasons at Florida State, and a transfer to FAU in 2025 where he posted averages of 11 points, seven rebounds and three assists before earning All‑American Athletic Conference honors. He concluded his collegiate career at Cincinnati in 2026, averaging 13 points and 10 rebounds, a performance that cemented his status as the program’s most successful export to the professional ranks.
Joining Miller on the professional stage, Nick Boyd signed an Exhibit 10 contract with the Golden State Warriors, a move that adds depth to a Warriors roster already bolstered by the team’s recent NCAA tournament run.
Warriors Add Boyd on Exhibit 10
Boyd’s college career spanned from 2020 to 2024 at FAU, where he contributed eight points and two rebounds per game, helped the Owls reach the Final Four in 2023 and return to the tournament in 2024, before moving on to San Diego State and then Wisconsin, where he capped his collegiate tenure with a 21‑point, four‑assist season that guided the Badgers back to March Madness.
A Broader Trend at FAU
The consecutive NBA entries reflect a broader upward trajectory for FAU’s men’s basketball program, which has placed five players into the league over the past two seasons, underscoring the effectiveness of its recruiting and development pipeline.
Executive Praise
Lawrence Frank, President of Basketball Operations for the Clippers, praised Miller’s blend of athleticism and versatility, noting that the forward’s defensive instincts and rebounding prowess should translate well to the NBA’s modern game.
With both players now poised to embark on professional careers, the anticipation among fans and analysts alike centers on how their collegiate experiences will shape their upcoming performances on the world’s biggest basketball stage.