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After a promising stint in the American Athletic Conference, Anton Bonke withdraws from the NBA Draft to focus on elevating his game under Tom Izzo and his Michigan State teammates.
Anton Bonke, a 7‑foot‑2 incoming transfer center, has pulled out of the NBA Draft, a move that could bolster Michigan State’s frontcourt under coach Tom Izzo.
The Gophers will travel across the Midwest and coast to face some of college basketball's most competitive programs, while hoping to translate a deep roster into wins.
With the May 27 withdrawal deadline approaching, the NBA will soon publish the names of players who have chosen to remain in the draft. Many athletes are still weighing their options, while a few have already announced their decisions.
With the NBA Draft withdrawal deadline approaching, key players are deciding whether to turn professional or return to college, influencing the composition of next season's top teams.
St. John's has risen to No. 16 in the 2026‑27 CBS Sports Preseason Top 25 And 1 rankings after securing a commitment from four‑star forward Theo Edema, while Coach Rick Pitino looks to bolster the roster with two additional transfers.
After losing their primary big men, Michigan State turned to 7‑foot‑2 Anton Bonke, a recruit whose height, skill set, and work ethic align perfectly with Coach Tom Izzo’s vision for a more imposing frontcourt.
Jeremy Fears Jr. is weighing a fifth year after a strong NBA Combine showing, while Michigan State prepares a versatile roster that could chase its second national championship.
A five‑star recruit who dominated the EYBL circuit and earned a spot on the USA Nike Hoop Summit, Ethan Taylor will head to East Lansing, where he hopes to learn from coach Tom Izzo and help the Spartans rebuild.
The 2026‑27 season will see Purdue facing top conference rivals on the road, while key players from Iowa, Nebraska, Ohio State and others return to test the Boilermakers' championship hopes.
The Big Ten has released its 2026‑27 men’s basketball slate, and Purdue’s schedule promises a tougher road ahead compared with the previous year, featuring challenging home and away matchups.