Three UNC players projected in ESPN's 2027 NBA mock draft
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 1:01 PM
Last updated Jun 30, 2026
Three North Carolina men's basketball players are included in ESPN's early 2027 NBA mock draft. Matt Able is projected as a potential lottery pick at No. 16, while Sayon Keita is listed at No. 25. Neoklis Avdalas completes the trio at No. 53. Able, a transfer from NC State, aims to solidify his draft status after a strong freshman year, and Keita has gained recognition through his performance with FC Barcelona. Avdalas brings experience from Virginia Tech, contributing solid stats over the past season.
- •Matt Able is projected at No. 16 in the mock draft.
- •Sayon Keita is listed at No. 25 overall.
- •Neoklis Avdalas appears at No. 53 in the rankings.
- •Able transfers from NC State after a productive freshman season.
- •Keita played for FC Barcelona's senior team in the EuroLeague.
- 1:01 PMYahoo Sports — Three UNC players land in ESPN's 2027 NBA mock draft
"Three North Carolina basketball players are projected as potential picks in ESPN's early 2027 NBA mock draft.
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