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Baylor’s basketball program is shaping a promising crop of prospects who could make noise in the 2027 NBA Draft, with health concerns surrounding Dylan Mingo and a strong family legacy for Elijah Williams.
Baylor’s 2026‑27 basketball roster boasts 14 scholarship players, highlighted by transfers Kayden Mingo, Isaac Celiscar and Juslin Bodo Bodo, while returning guard Isaac Williams and five‑star prospect Dylan Mingo promise a dynamic offense.
Baylor’s head coach Scott Drew navigates a turbulent offseason, retaining key talent while welcoming fresh faces, aiming to restore the program’s former prominence.
Five-star guard Davion Thompson, ranked No. 22 in the 2027 class, will announce his college decision on June 10. The Link Academy standout, who averages 21.7 points per game in the EYBL Circuit, says Baylor’s development program and coaching staff have impressed him, as he eyes a future in the NBA.
Baylor University announced the commitment of top-ranked point guard Dylan Mingo, a five-star prospect, to its 2026 roster, highlighting his elite ranking, recent injuries, and family ties to the program.