Luigi Suigo nearing decision on NBA draft or Villanova commitment
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 8:55 PM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
Italian center Luigi Suigo is expected to announce his decision regarding the NBA Draft before the June 13 deadline. If he withdraws from the draft, he would then be eligible to play at the collegiate level, with Villanova emerging as a potential destination. Mock drafts suggest Suigo may be selected in the late first round, with some reports indicating he could choose to attend Villanova instead. There is significant interest from the Wildcats, who have bolstered their roster with recent additions and view Suigo as a valuable asset for their frontcourt.
- •Deadline for NCAA players to withdraw from the draft is June 13.
- •Suigo averaged 8.1 points and 5.3 rebounds last season.
- •Villanova has added several players to enhance their roster.
- •Mock drafts project Suigo as a late first-round pick.
- 8:55 PMYahoo Sports — Luigi Suigo approaching deadline: Will it be Villanova?
"The Italian star will make a decision soon and there is a hope among Villanova fans.
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