Several top college basketball players shared their thoughts on entering the 2026 NBA Draft or returning to school during interviews at the NBA Draft Combine in Chicago this week. The May 27 deadline looms for underclassmen deciding whether to stay in the draft pool.
Milan Momcilovic, an Iowa State transfer and top shooter in the draft class, said he remains focused on the draft process. He noted workouts with teams ahead and stressed that guaranteed contracts would influence his choice before the deadline. Momcilovic added that any return to college would require a strong fit for development and tournament success.