Eric Musselman discusses NBA prospects with USC players
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 18, 2026, 1:52 PM
Last updated Jul 18, 2026
Eric Musselman spoke to USC players about the importance of NCAA success in relation to NBA draft prospects on July 18, 2026. He emphasized that 25 of the last 30 first-round draftees had played in the NCAA Tournament, suggesting that performance at the college level is critical for future NBA success. Musselman highlighted his experience in both college and professional basketball as a foundation for his insights on identifying talent. He pointed out that, in the current era of player transfers, recruiting requires luck and adaptability alongside traditional academic and athletic evaluation.
- •Musselman addressed USC players about NBA draft opportunities
- •25 of the last 30 first-round picks played in the NCAA Tournament
- •Musselman emphasizes the importance of winning at the college level
- •Recruiting involves finding talent that fits academically and athletically
- •Success in college can impact players' chances in the NBA
- 1:52 PMYahoo Sports — Eric Musselman makes important point to USC players about NBA futures
"Eric Musselman has coached in the NBA and college, so he knows how to talk to his USC players about what NBA teams look for
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