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The National Association of Basketball Coaches recognizes SMU’s men’s program for academic achievement, while three players receive NABC Honors Court accolades. Head Coach Andy Enfield enters his third season, and the Mustangs’ schedule features high‑profile non‑conference games and the ACC Tournament in Greensboro.
Chris Cenac Jr., a rookie from New Orleans, recently organized a basketball camp for local kids, drawing on his own experiences and the influence of NBA veteran Greg Monroe. With South Louisiana producing multiple draft picks this year, Cenac looks forward to learning from teammate Mitchell Robinson and proving himself against teams that passed on him.
Three SMU alumni—Jaron Pierre Jr., B.J. Edwards and Boopie Miller—are set to compete in the 2026 NBA Summer League in Las Vegas, each joining a different NBA franchise after distinguished college performances.
In his second year at Southern Methodist University, head coach Andy Enfield guided the Mustangs to their first NCAA Tournament appearance since 2017, delivering historic wins and launching Jaron Pierre Jr. into the NBA draft.
The 2026 NBA Draft has already begun to shape the conversation around next season’s fantasy leagues, with analysts dissecting each selection and its potential impact on the court.
SMU’s basketball program celebrates a high‑profile draft pick, a rising international addition, and a top‑100 historic ranking, while the Pelicans prepare to assess Pierre Jr. against NBA talent.
Twelve players from the Atlantic Coast Conference were chosen in the 2026 NBA Draft, the most since 2019, highlighting a deep pool of future NBA talent.
The Kentucky senior guard was selected 41st overall in the 2026 NBA Draft and immediately dealt to the Oklahoma City Thunder, where he will look to extend a Wildcats‑to‑NBA pipeline that has produced multiple MVP‑caliber players.
A five‑tier projection sorts the conference’s programs, with Duke in the top tier and a bottom bucket labeled “The Basement.”