Fletcher Loyer goes undrafted in 2026 NBA Draft, seeks team
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 25, 2026, 12:39 PM
Last updated Jun 25, 2026
Fletcher Loyer, the Purdue guard, was not selected in the 2026 NBA Draft held on June 25. This outcome contrasts with his backcourt mate Braden Smith, who was picked 38th overall. Despite not being drafted, Loyer remains hopeful of signing with an NBA team as an undrafted free agent. He is recognized for his exceptional shooting, posting a 43.2% success rate from 3-point range in his final season at Purdue. Loyer's collegiate career included a 41.1% shooting mark from beyond the arc over 149 games. His next opportunity may come in Summer League, where he will aim to impress teams with his shooting skills.
- •Fletcher Loyer was undrafted in the 2026 NBA Draft.
- •Braden Smith was selected 38th overall in the same draft.
- •Loyer shot 43.2% from 3-point range in his final college season.
- •He aims to sign with an NBA team as an undrafted free agent.
- •Loyer may participate in Summer League to showcase his skills.
- 12:39 PMYahoo Sports — Purdue's Fletcher Loyer NBA Draft fate revealed, different from backcourt mate Braden Smith
"Loyer can really knock down the outside shot.
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