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With the NBA Draft withdrawal deadline passed, a wave of elite talent has chosen to stay in college, reshaping the preseason rankings and setting the stage for a competitive 2026‑27 campaign.
A dozen projected first‑round picks have withdrawn from the NBA draft, choosing instead to return to college and reshape the competitive landscape for next year's NCAA campaigns.
Nearly a dozen high‑profile prospects have pulled out of the NBA draft, choosing to return to college and altering the roster landscape for dozens of programs across the country.
The NCAA has introduced new eligibility guidelines that may restrict international players from high‑paying leagues, raising legal questions and roster uncertainties for colleges such as Gonzaga.
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.
The Bulldogs must replace a high‑scoring guard and a backup point guard, prompting interest in three West Coast Conference prospects.
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.
The Bulldogs must improve three‑point shooting, add backcourt depth, and restore veteran experience as they prepare for the upcoming campaign.
Gonzaga announced that Izan Almansa has pledged to join the program for the 2026‑27 campaign, pending clearance from the NCAA. The move adds size, experience and a proven rebounding presence to a roster that is still shaping its identity.
A look at three overseas standouts whose sophomore campaigns could redefine Gonzaga’s prospects.