Bruce Thornton prepares for NBA draft after standout career at Ohio State
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 10:06 AM
Last updated Jun 23, 2026
Bruce Thornton, Ohio State's all-time leading scorer, is set to learn his NBA Draft fate on June 23 or 24. After a notable college career, he is projected to be selected in the second round, with mock drafts placing him between picks 43 and 50. Thornton has recently completed 18 workouts for NBA teams, navigating a demanding schedule that has included extensive travel. His family has been actively involved in discussions about his future as he prepares to transition to professional basketball.
- •Thornton scored 2,164 points, becoming Ohio State's leading scorer.
- •He completed 18 workouts for NBA teams ahead of the draft.
- •Mock drafts project him to be picked in the second round.
- •Thornton served as a four-time captain during his college career.
- •The NBA Draft starts on the evening of June 24.
- 10:06 AMYahoo Sports — Ohio State's Bruce Thornton, family ready to learn NBA draft fate
"Ohio State's all-time leading scorer Bruce Thornton prepares for the 2026 NBA Draft after a standout college career.
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