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Joshua Jefferson was chosen 28th overall by the Brooklyn Nets, marking the first Cyclone draft pick since 2020 and ending a half‑decade without an NBA selection for Iowa State.
A look at how Purdue’s recent track record, its development of big men and the influence of Erick Dampier’s NBA‑veteran father shape the recruit’s decision.
Shawn Phillips Jr., a 7‑foot center from Missouri, has agreed to a professional contract with the New Orleans Pelicans as he simultaneously contests the NCAA's new eligibility rule in court.
The former Georgia Tech basketball star has agreed to an Exhibit-10 contract with the Indiana Pacers, a move that could see him compete for a roster position or a G League spot during the upcoming summer league.
The former Liberty University forward has agreed to an Exhibit 10 deal with the Memphis Grizzlies, becoming the eighth player from the program to earn an NBA contract and the latest addition to the franchise’s Summer League roster.
Former Georgia Tech forward Kowacie Reeves has signed a 10‑day contract with the Indiana Pacers, aiming to translate his collegiate scoring and sharp basketball mind to the NBA.
After a standout college tenure that included a Sweet 16 appearance and a triple‑double for Nebraska, Rienk Mast has agreed to an Exhibit 10 contract with the Indiana Pacers, joining a growing pipeline of NBA talent cultivated under coach Fred Hoiberg.
Undrafted forward Mark Mitchell has joined the Denver Nuggets on an Exhibit‑10 contract, positioning him for a summer league showcase in Las Vegas and a potential two‑way or full‑time roster spot.
Four players selected in the second round of the recent NBA draft find themselves behind established stars and veteran depth, raising questions about development pathways and the role of minor leagues.
Undrafted Iowa State guard Tamin Lipsey has inked an Exhibit 10 contract with the Indiana Pacers, positioning him for a Summer League audition that could secure a two‑way contract and a chance to learn from veteran point guards Tyrese Haliburton and T.J. McConnell.
Trey Kaufman‑Renn, a fifth‑year Purdue standout, was selected in the second round of the NBA Draft by the Minnesota Timberwolves, who recently traded Julius Randle, opening a path for the versatile forward alongside Rudy Gobert and Jaden McDaniels.
The 2026 NBA Draft saw Purdue seniors Braden Smith and Trey Kaufman‑Renn selected, ending a 15‑year wait for two Boilermaker draftees in the same year.
The Bulls finalized a trade that brings former Marquette guard Kam Jones to Chicago, adding a versatile playmaker to their roster after the draft.
The Chicago Bulls selected Braden Smith in the 2026 NBA Draft and immediately traded him to the Indiana Pacers, where he hopes to contribute as a rookie.
The Indiana Pacers have secured Braden Smith in a trade that involved sending guard Kam Jones and additional assets to the Chicago Bulls, positioning the team for a new chapter as Tyrese Haliburton returns from injury.
The Chicago Bulls have dealt Braden Smith to the Indiana Pacers, a transaction that plugs a key gap in the Pacers' backcourt as Tyrese Haliburton recuperates from a season‑ending injury.
Braden Smith, the Purdue point guard who rewrote the NCAA record books, is headed to the Indiana Pacers after a draft‑day trade that sent him from the Chicago Bulls to the Pacers in exchange for guard Kam Jones, future pick swaps and cash.
Braden Smith, a Purdue guard, discusses how his college experience prepares him for the NBA, citing admiration for late‑round successes like Jalen Brunson and T.J. McConnell.
Former Kansas players face restricted and unrestricted free agency, with contract options and extensions shaping their next NBA destinations.
Alabama has produced 48 NBA draft picks since 1949, ranking seventh in the SEC. The program’s alumni include top‑10 selections, Hall‑of‑Famer Ben Wallace, and a new generation of prospects poised to extend its legacy.
Freshman guard Mikel Brown Jr. of the Louisville Cardinals is generating top‑5 NBA draft buzz despite missing 14 games due to a back injury. With impressive physical measurements and a 39.7% three‑point conversion rate, he draws interest from the Los Angeles Clippers, who hold the fifth pick and are weighing trade‑down options alongside prospects like Darius Acuff Jr., Kingston Flemings and Keaton Wagler.
During a pre‑draft workout with the Indiana Pacers, former Purdue star Trey Kaufman‑Renn defended Braden Smith’s versatility and NBA readiness, recalling their shared history at the university.
Rich Mount, whose bloodline includes legendary basketball figures, spent 25 years as a Lebanon police officer, using his stature and family name to mentor local youth while serving the community he grew up in.
Fred Hoiberg, once courted by Tom Osborne for a quarterback role, chose a basketball path that led from Iowa State to the NBA and eventually to the Nebraska head‑coach seat, where his 2023 team broke new ground with a historic Sweet 16 run.