ESPN projects Bruce Thornton to be drafted by Spurs at No. 44
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 2:12 AM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
Bruce Thornton, a standout player for Ohio State, is projected to be selected by the San Antonio Spurs with the 44th overall pick in the upcoming NBA draft on June 24. Thornton, who became the all-time leading scorer for Ohio State, has been recognized for his skills as a point guard. He aims to transition successfully to the NBA after four productive years at the college level. Alongside him in the draft projections is fellow former Buckeye, Felix Okpara, who is pegged to go two picks earlier, potentially setting up a reunion in San Antonio.
- •Bruce Thornton is the all-time leading scorer for Ohio State.
- •ESPN forecasts Thornton going in the second round of the NBA draft.
- •The draft is scheduled for June 24, 2026.
- •Felix Okpara, also from Ohio State, is projected to be drafted earlier.
- 2:12 AMYahoo Sports — See where ESPN projects Bruce Thornton to go in the NBA draft
"Bruce Thornton spent four years at Ohio State. Now he hopes to hear his name called on NBA draft night. Where does ESPN have him projected.
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