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Ten college basketball prospects aim to improve draft stock for 2027 NBA Draft

CBS NBA • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 27, 2026, 5:47 PM

Last updated Jul 27, 2026

Ten college basketball prospects aim to improve draft stock for 2027 NBA Draft
Summary

As the 2026-27 college basketball season approaches, several players have returned to school to enhance their NBA Draft prospects. Among the top names are Thomas Haugh of Florida, Braylon Mullins from UConn, and Alijah Arenas of USC. Each player is expected to take on a larger role this season, potentially positioning themselves as first-round picks in the upcoming draft. The 2027 NBA Draft is anticipated to feature several impactful players, despite being less heralded than the previous year's class, which produced notable selections.

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  • •Thomas Haugh is favored to win national player of the year.
  • •Braylon Mullins is expected to be a primary option on offense.
  • •Alijah Arenas averaged 14.1 points in his limited freshman season.
  • •Patrick Ngongba II aims to anchor Duke's roster after a breakout year.
  • •Billy Richmond III plans to boost shooting accuracy in his junior season.
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  • 5:47 PMCBS NBA — 2027 NBA Draft: 10 college prospects primed to boost pro stock after returning to school for next season
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These players have a chance to significantly improve their NBA Draft stock with a big 2026-27 season

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