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Jay Bilas analyzes NIL's effect on NFL, NBA draft evaluations

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Last updated Jun 18, 2026

Jay Bilas analyzes NIL's effect on NFL, NBA draft evaluations
Summary

ESPN analyst Jay Bilas discussed the impact of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) and the transfer portal on the NFL and NBA draft decisions during an interview with Ed Easton Jr. He noted that these factors have changed how front offices evaluate players, with more athletes choosing to remain in college before entering the draft. Bilas highlighted that the trend of players staying in school longer is benefiting college basketball and helping the NBA secure more mature rookies. The discussion comes ahead of the annual American Century Championship, scheduled for July 10-12 at Edgewood Tahoe.

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  • •Bilas spoke with Ed Easton Jr. about draft evaluation changes.
  • •NIL and the transfer portal influence player decisions significantly.
  • •More players are staying in college before entering the NBA draft.
  • •71 early-entry candidates this year is a notable decrease from previous years.
  • •The American Century Championship is set for July 10-12 at Edgewood Tahoe.
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During his interview with @EdEastonJr, ESPN Analyst Jay Bilas commented on NIL's impact on NFL and NBA draft decisions

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