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John Mobley Jr. returns to Ohio State after NBA draft feedback

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 2:05 PM

Last updated Jun 19, 2026

John Mobley Jr. returns to Ohio State after NBA draft feedback
Summary

John Mobley Jr. has withdrawn from the NBA draft and returned to Ohio State for his junior season. After receiving feedback from NBA teams, he aims to improve his defensive and offensive skills. Mobley, who averaged 15.7 points during his sophomore year, is expected to lead the Buckeyes as they seek to build on last season's postseason appearance. He navigated the draft process under guidance from coach Jake Diebler to ensure he received appropriate evaluations of his skills. Ohio State is looking to enhance their performance following a first-round exit in the NCAA Tournament.

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  • •Mobley averaged 15.7 points and 2.8 assists last season.
  • •He received feedback on improving his aggression defensively and offensively.
  • •Mobley is the fourth-leading returning scorer in the Big Ten.
  • •He plans to help Ohio State advance further in March Madness next season.
  • •Ohio State ended a three-year postseason drought last year.
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  • 2:05 PMYahoo Sports — After testing NBA draft, John Mobley Jr. applying feedback to Ohio State
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John Mobley Jr. went through the NBA draft process before returning to Ohio State. Here's how that could impact his junior season.

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