
NBA Draft Combine 2026: Key Performances and Prospects
The 2026 NBA Draft Combine wrapped up in Chicago, Illinois, leaving teams with a clearer picture of which prospects are ready to make the leap and which may need another year of college.
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The 2026 NBA Draft Combine wrapped up in Chicago, Illinois, leaving teams with a clearer picture of which prospects are ready to make the leap and which may need another year of college.

Cameron Carr’s 30‑point showing and Aday Mara’s historic measurements headline a combine that left both standouts and underperformers with major implications for the upcoming draft.

Jackson Kiss, a highly rated New Zealand forward, de‑commits from Iowa State and pledges to play for UNLV, prompting the Cyclones to lean on transfers and depth for the upcoming season.
The 2025‑26 Iowa Hawkeyes nearly upset eventual national champion Michigan, showcasing a physical style that turned heads and sparked optimism for the program's trajectory.
The Hawkeyes fell just three points short of Michigan, the eventual national champions, in a game that highlighted their growing toughness and depth.

Coach T.J. Otzelberger revealed his all‑time starting five, highlighting standout performers like Tamin Lipsey, Izaiah Brockington and Blake Buchanan, while noting the program’s five straight NCAA tournament berths.

Former Iowa State standout Milan Momcilovic has entered the 2026 NBA Draft and the transfer portal, citing a strong fit with Kentucky's perimeter‑focused system under coach Mark Pope. With a deadline of May 27 to withdraw, his next move could reshape his collegiate future.

Former Iowa State standout Milan Momcilovic, who topped the nation in 3‑point shooting last season, is weighing a move to Kentucky as he navigates the 2026 NBA Draft and the transfer portal.

Joshua Jefferson impressed at the NBA Draft Combine with size, shooting work and versatility that position him as a fringe first‑round prospect for 2026.