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Ohio State basketball sees Bruce Thornton drafted, eyes more prospects

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 1:31 PM

Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Ohio State basketball sees Bruce Thornton drafted, eyes more prospects
Summary

Ohio State's Bruce Thornton was drafted in the second round by the Houston Rockets on June 26, marking the program's first draftee in three years. The Buckeyes are currently involved in their annual 'Vet Week,' where former players return to mentor the current team. As they prepare for the 2027 NBA Draft, there is speculation about three additional players from Ohio State potentially being drafted, including Anthony Thompson, projected as a lottery pick, and returning player John Mobley, who received feedback to improve for the upcoming season.

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  • •Bruce Thornton drafted by the Houston Rockets on June 26, 2026.
  • •Annual 'Vet Week' occurring with former players mentoring current teammates.
  • •Anthony Thompson projected as a lottery pick for the 2027 NBA Draft.
  • •John Mobley returns to enhance his game after withdrawing from the 2026 Draft.
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  • 1:31 PMYahoo Sports — You’re Nuts: Why Ohio State will (or won’t) have 3 players drafted in the 2027 NBA Draft
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The Buckeyes had one player drafted this summer. How many will they have next summer?

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