Bennett Stirtz projected as first-round NBA draft pick after senior season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 11:01 AM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
Bennett Stirtz is projected to be a first-round pick in the upcoming 2026 NBA Draft after a successful senior season with the Iowa Hawkeyes. Stirtz averaged 19.8 points, 4.4 assists, and 2.6 rebounds per game while shooting 47.7% from the field. He played a key role in Iowa's run to the Elite Eight in the NCAA Tournament. The draft takes place June 23-24. Sources project Stirtz's selection range between 19th and 22nd overall in recent mock drafts from teams like the Toronto Raptors and Detroit Pistons.
- •Stirtz was central to Iowa's offense, excelling in scoring and playmaking.
- •He had standout performances, including a 36-point game against Northwestern.
- •Stirtz's shooting skills are highly regarded, with a focus on improving his off-ball play.
- •Recent mock drafts peg him between 19th and 22nd overall.
- •The 2026 NBA Draft is scheduled for June 23-24.
- 11:01 AMYahoo Sports — See where Iowa star Bennett Stirtz lands in 2026 NBA mock drafts
"After a stellar senior season with the Hawkeyes, Bennett Stirtz is projected to be a first-round pick in the 2026 NBA Draft.
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