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Henri Veesaar's NBA Draft slide raises questions about college return

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 25, 2026, 1:28 AM

Last updated Jun 25, 2026

Henri Veesaar's NBA Draft slide raises questions about college return
Summary

Henri Veesaar, who left North Carolina for the 2026 NBA Draft, has not yet been selected. His decision to enter the draft is being called into question, as it may cost him several million dollars, as he could have earned significant money by returning to UNC for another season. In the current NCAA, it is uncertain whether Veesaar could still return to college basketball, a situation complicated by potential legal avenues and UNC's roster status. Veesaar's future path remains unclear as the draft continues.

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Key Details
  • •Henri Veesaar has not been selected in the NBA Draft.
  • •He opted to leave UNC, potentially costing him millions.
  • •The possibility of returning to UNC exists, but it's complicated.
  • •Veesaar's decision is drawing significant attention from analysts.
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  • 1:28 AMYahoo Sports — Can Henri Veesaar go back to college at UNC? NBA Draft slide raises million-dollar question
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Veesaar appears to have gotten this one wrong.

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