2026 NBA Draft Thread

[ejam21]

I know he wont be drafted but look at who is showing up on ESPN's best available at the bottom. Hope we see him in some summer league action nailing a few threes

 

[IlliniSaluki]

So Braden Smith got drafted at I think 38 by the Bulls and right away traded to the Pacers for a player, draft swaps and cash.

 

[IlliniUnited]

So Braden Smith got drafted at I think 38 by the Bulls and right away traded to the Pacers for a player, draft swaps and cash.

Thankfully he was dumped quickly by the bulls

 

[DeeIL89]

Braden Smith is not leaving the state of Indiana. Drafted by Bulls but then traded to Pacers.

 

[BretMyBeachHouse]

Braden Smith is not leaving the state of Indiana. Drafted by Bulls but then traded to Pacers.

Even their GLeague team is in Indiana.

 

[Mobi]

Morez had a chip on his shoulder you don't see too often. Should be a great culture guy for toughness and willing to do the dirty work. I can see why Illinois didn't try to keep him given his perimeter shot and fit, but he was for sure worth it for Michigan and his improvement was impressive. Can't argue with a natty.

We wanted him but couldn't keep him.

 

[illini0440]

@Bryce Hopkins @BryceHopkins !!!!!!

 

[and 69 others]

Bryce Hopkins?

 

[BretMyBeachHouse]

@Bryce Hopkins @BryceHopkins !!!!!!

So he's not going to be our 9th man this year?

 

[redwingillini11]

@Bryce Hopkins @BryceHopkins !!!!!!

Came here to post this!

Side note: what does this mean about our transfer portal efforts to get him?

 

[Tables@EddieMunster]

Congrats to Loyalty legend, Bryce Hopkins!

 

[IlliniInKnoxville]

How pissed are bulls fans right now they have to root for smith?

 

[dwpittman]

Congrats to one of our regulars! I knew he had it in him.

 

[dwpittman]

I think it is very telling that the coach who saw them in practice (everyone sees games) took who he thought was the best player available (of the 3) or all remaining prospects.

Making a parent pick a favorite kid. Though he only had them for a year. Pretty telling, though.

 

[Mobi]

I tend to agree but in the world of wemby I'm curious if mara isn't the best choice. he can pass and defend and is 7'3. put him next to AD and that's a killer front court defense.... if you think mara can translate

I personally don't believe in that but what do I know?

 

[IlliniUnited]

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Congrats to one of our regulars! I knew he had it in him.

Doesn’t mean anything. Drafted players can play in the G-League and still come back. Has to be out of eligibility but somehow we can find a way.

 

[Bryce Hopkins]

Some pundits had me as a lottery pick pre-injury, but 2nd round ain't that bad!!!!!

 

[Dan]

Draft has concluded, Kylan Boswell goes undrafted.

 

[BretMyBeachHouse]

I'm sure it's a great feeling to hear your name called. At the same time, UDFA is probably his best path. It sounds like he turned some heads so I'm sure the overseas options will be strong.

 

[jamarvelous31]

So he sues for his extra year, yeah?

Or is Kylan not likely worth 600k+?

 

[IlliniFaninHoosierLand]

Something something Kylan got screwed by not getting picked something something.

 

[Fly Illini Fly!]

https://twitter.com/x/status/2069889615406727533

 

[Brookslyn]

Wait is this the real Bryce Hopkins? What?

 

[pcvIllini]

https://twitter.com/x/status/2069986483721716020

 

[PasadenaIllini]

Draft has concluded, Kylan Boswell goes undrafted.

Was he expecting to be drafted? I love what Kylan brought to our team, but Kylan as an NBA player? It's tough for me to see it.