NBA Draft Withdrawal 2026: Full List of Players Returning to College
With the NBA draft set to take place later this June, let's take a look at all the players who have withdrawn from the same to feature in yet another CBB season
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Michael Malone Gets Good News As North Carolina Commit Set to Return After Withdrawing from the NBA Draft
Former NC State Wolfpack guard Matt Able has withdrawn from the 2026 NBA Draft and will join coach Michael Malone's North Carolina Tar Heels.
‘Most Unforgivable Thing Mark Pope Did’: Fans React As Kentucky Releases New Schedule for Indiana Matchup
College basketball is all set to see another legacy rivalry come to life as the Kentucky Wildcats are all set to face the Indiana Hoosiers later this year. After initially scheduling a December 27 tipoff, the game is now slated to take place on November 20 at the Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. However, it […]
Carmelo Anthony Reveals Reality Check for Kiyan Anthony After Freshman Year in the “Mess” of NCAA
Kiyan Anthony played his first year in college basketball. His freshman year wasn’t an ideal one. He could only average 8 points, 1.4 rebounds and less than an assist per game in 29 games. He only started 2 games and even his game time was very limited. He only averaged 18.7 minutes played per game […]
Michael Malone’s UNC Receives Massive Boost as 6’6″ Freshman Guard Withdraws from NBA Draft
Michael Malone's UNC gets a shooter from NC State after major draft decision.
“Because He’s Not Good”: Fans Make Feelings Clear as Flory Bidunga Pulls Out of NBA Draft
Fans have commented on Flory Bidunga's return to college basketball
“More of a Financial Decision”: Rick Pitino Makes Brutally Honest Admission for March Madness Hero’s Departure from St. John’s
St. John's Red Storm coach Rick Pitino has given his initial thoughts on the sudden departure of senior guard Dylan Darling.
Pat Kelsey’s Louisville Receive Massive Boost As Kansas Transfer Withdraws from NBA Draft
Louisville Cardinal transferee Flory Bidunga has withdrawn himself from the 2026 NBA Draft to return to college basketball for coach Pat Kelsey's team.
“Like I Was Going to Die on the Table”: Darryn Peterson Walks Through Injury-Ridden Season’s Traumatic Memory
Darryn Peterson had far from ideal freshman season in college basketball due to his injuries. When he came up from high school and committed to Bill Self’s Kansas, Peterson had shown immense level of talent for his freshman season to be one and done. While it did turn out to be one and done and […]
5 Freshmen Set To Make Impact in 2026–27 Season Ft. Bill Self’s Kansas Star Tyran Stokes
Kansas commit Tyran Stokes leads the class of the 2026-27 freshmen who are set to make a massive impact on college basketball next season.
“Mark Pope is Getting So Desperate”: Fans React as Malachi Moreno Makes Return to Kentucky
Mark Pope and the Kentucky Wildcats retain center Malachi Moreno for another season. The former four-star recruit had declared for the 2026 NBA draft after his freshman campaign. On Sunday, On3 shared a post stating that Moreno has withdrawn his name from the draft to return for another year with the Wildcats. “NEW: Kentucky center […]
“Mick Cronin Ball Causes Retirement”: Fans Fume as Donovan Dent Retires Early
Donovan Dent's announcement has left many fans fuming.
Huge Win for Mark Pope And Kentucky As 7’0 Center Withdraws from NBA Draft
Kentucky Wildcats center Malachi Moreno has withdrawn from the 2026 NBA Draft to play a second year with coach Mark Pope's program.
Thomas Haugh Trolls Florida Teammate for ‘Worrying’ NBA Draft Combine Numbers After Withdrawing from the Draft
Todd Golden’s Florida have gotten a good news from the draft. Their SEC defensive player of the year from last season is returning to play his senior year. Rueben Chinyelu has decided to withdraw from the NBA draft. 6’11 Nigerian center was projected to be one of the late first round picks or early second […]
After a trying year at UCLA, Donovan Dent is calling it a career
After a final college season in which he seemed to lose – and then regain – his love for basketball, Donovan Dent appears to have reached the finish line of his career.
“Would Be an Embarrassing Hire” “Hell No”: Fans React As Analyst Weighs In on Mavs Potentially Hiring Dawn Staley As Next Head Coach
Dawn Staley is among the most reputed women college basketball head coaches and has led the South Carolina Gamecocks to many milestones, including three national championships and nine SEC championships. South Carolina’s head coach’s name made waves for an NBA job last year, and he’s reportedly in the mix again for the Mavericks’ head coaching […]
Marcus Spears Jr. Recruiting: Where Does UNC Stand in the Race for the No. 1 Prospect
Here's everything you need to know about the No. 1 prospect Marcus Spears Jr. and where the Tar Heels stand in recruiting him.
Why Nate Ament could be the most underrated player in the 2026 NBA Draft – sportingnews.com
Why Nate Ament could be the most underrated player in the 2026 NBA Draft sportingnews.com
‘I Don’t Think It Is a Perfect Roster’: Analyst Casts Doubt Over Mark Pope’s Roster for 2026 Season Despite Securing Key Players
Mark Pope has put together a roster that fans are happy about, but one analyst warns it is still flawed.
After JuJu Watkins’ Comments, Cori Close Responds With Message for USC Star Ahead of Big Return
Cori Close has responded to JuJu Watkins' comments about the UCLA program.
‘Makes Zero Sense’: Analyst Makes Thoughts Clear on Milan Momcilovic’s Chances of Committing To Mark Pope’s Kentucky
Analyst says Kentucky makes the most sense to land former Iowa State forward Milan Momcilovic.
Despite Opposite Advice from NBA Executives, Ebuka Okorie Makes Clear Decision on Draft Future
Point guard Ebuka Okorie still has a few days left to decide to withdraw his name from this year’s NBA draft. With the deadline set on May 27, he still has a week to return for another season at the collegiate level before going pro. On Friday, analyst Jeff Goodman responded to a fan’s question […]
Will Wade Shown Mirror on Troubling Past as Analyst Shoots Down LSU’s Recruitment Strategy
Will Wade was shown the mirror by an analyst as his LSU recruitment strategy continues having doubters.
After Duke’s Jon Scheyer, South Carolina HC Dawn Staley Pops Up As an Option for Dallas Mavericks
Dawn Staley is one of the best coaches in the history of women’s college basketball. She is one of the best coaches college basketball right now. And an argument can be made about her being one of the best in the entire sport of basketball. Her energetic game play, intensity, and game management all make […]