Full 2026 NBA Mock Draft + Predictions

Winners & Shockers of NBA Draft Deadline Night | That's a W

The NBA Draft withdrawal deadline has passed, and on this episode of That’s a W, host Vince Wolfram breaks down exactly what happened and why it matters heading into next season. From surprise returners to unexpected draft decisions, several key programs across the country just saw their outlooks shift overnight. Teams like Vanderbilt, Illinois, Michigan State, Arkansas, Alabama, and Arizona were all impacted as players made final decisions on whether to stay in the NBA Draft or return to college basketball. Vince Wolfram analyzes the biggest winners of Deadline Day, including programs that retained key stars such as Tyler Tanner at Vanderbilt, Andrej Stojakovic at Illinois, and Jeremy Fears Jr. at Michigan State. He also highlights the most surprising decisions, including returns from Amari Allen and Billy Richmond, along with the departure of Koa Peat from Arizona. The episode also dives into major roster developments, including Milan Momcilovic’s situation and a live reaction to Tonde Yessofou’s commitment to St. John’s under Rick Pitino, adding even more chaos to an already dramatic night. With detailed breakdowns of roster changes, transfer movement, recruiting impacts, and NBA Draft implications, this episode delivers a full recap of one of the most important nights of the college basketball offseason. Chapters 0:00 - Welcome 1:12 - Biggest Winner 10:02 - Most Surprising 19:25 - Big Wildcards FOLLOW THE COLLEGE SPORTS COMPANY HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/CollegeSportsCo ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@collegesportsco ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/thecollegesportsco/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDAU4iOmRgJHkm3qwapnh9Q ► SPOTIFY | ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/1ygy4RARkgBafyY8QT4sEq?si=e56fe525531447b1 ► FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/CollegeSportsCo/ #collegebasketball #big10 #big12 #sec #acc #ncaa #college #basketball #sports #gameday #podcast #marchmadness #collegehoops #basketballpodcast #collegesports #sportspodcast #hoopstalk #rivalry

The Most Important NBA Draft Withdrawal Decisions in CBB | That’s a W

Vince Wolfram breaks down the biggest NBA Draft withdrawal decisions still hanging over college basketball before the May 27 deadline… and how those choices could completely rewrite some narratives surrounding the upcoming 2026-27 season. On this episode of That’s a W, Vince dives into the college stars who are likely NBA-bound, the “domino decisions” that could swing national title hopes, and the players trending toward one more year in college basketball. The show discusses major names including Christian Anderson, Milan Momcilovic, Tyler Tanner, Meleek Thomas, Matt Able, Amari Allen, Koa Peat, Andrej Stojaković, Jeremy Fears Jr., Allen Graves, and more. Vince also explains: - Why Vanderbilt’s ceiling hinges on Tyler Tanner - Why Arkansas could have the most explosive backcourt in America - Why Illinois remains a Final Four threat if Andrej Stojaković returns - Which players are making the smartest long-term moves - Which programs are still waiting on season-defining answers - Why Donovan Dent stepping away from pro basketball says so much about modern NIL If you love college basketball, NBA Draft analysis, transfer portal news, roster construction, preseason rankings, and the future of the sport, this episode is packed with everything shaping the next season. Subscribe to That’s a W for more! CHAPTERS 0:00 - Welcome 4:43 - NBA is Calling 9:19 - Domino Decisions 17:23 - One More Year FOLLOW THE COLLEGE SPORTS COMPANY HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/CollegeSportsCo ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@collegesportsco ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/thecollegesportsco/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDAU4iOmRgJHkm3qwapnh9Q ► SPOTIFY | ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/1ygy4RARkgBafyY8QT4sEq?si=e56fe525531447b1 ► FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/CollegeSportsCo/ #collegebasketball #big10 #big12 #sec #acc #ncaa #college #basketball #sports #gameday #podcast #marchmadness #collegehoops #basketballpodcast #collegesports #sportspodcast #hoopstalk #rivalry

Every NBA Draft Prospect Matched to a Drake Iceman Song

What happens when NBA Draft scouting meets Drake’s new album Iceman? In this episode of That’s a W, Vince Wolfram breaks down the future of the NBA through Drake’s Iceman album, matching top NBA Draft prospects to the songs that best represent their seasons, identities, pressure, upside, and storylines entering the league. From AJ Dybantsa and Cam Boozer to Jayden Quaintance, Darryn Peterson, Caleb Wilson, and more, this isn’t a normal mock draft breakdown. It’s a full musically narrative deep dive into the players shaping the next era of NBA basketball and how their stories fit the energy in Drake’s new project. The episode also touches on the “Shabang” happening around Will Wade and LSU basketball as Wade continues to walk on the thin line of boundaries in recruiting and roster building. Subscribe for more NBA Draft coverage, college basketball analysis, interviews, scouting breakdowns, and basketball storytelling, here! FOLLOW THE COLLEGE SPORTS COMPANY HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/CollegeSportsCo ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@collegesportsco ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/thecollegesportsco/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDAU4iOmRgJHkm3qwapnh9Q ► SPOTIFY | ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/1ygy4RARkgBafyY8QT4sEq?si=e56fe525531447b1 ► FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/CollegeSportsCo/ #collegebasketball #big10 #big12 #sec #acc #ncaa #college #basketball #sports #gameday #podcast #marchmadness #collegehoops #basketballpodcast #collegesports #sportspodcast #hoopstalk #rivalry

Chris Caputo on the Reality of Building a College Basketball Roster

Vince Wolfram sits down with George Washington head coach Chris Caputo for an in-depth conversation on today’s era of college basketball, roster building through the transfer portal, and how 20 years as a Division I assistant coach prepared him for life as a modern head coach. Caputo reflects on his journey from longtime assistant to leading the George Washington program, including lessons learned during George Mason’s historic Final Four run and his years coaching in the ACC alongside Jim Larrañaga. The conversation also dives into the rise of Rafael Castro, from averaging just 2.9 points per game at Providence to becoming one of the Atlantic 10’s most productive players and earning a call-up to the NBA Draft Combine. Caputo also discusses navigating the transfer portal, rebuilding a roster in today’s game, and what program reinstallation looks like during the offseason. On this episode: Building a roster in the transfer portal era Recruiting power conference talent to George Washington Developing NBA-level players What Caputo took from George Mason’s Final Four run Coaching lessons from the ACC Analytics coach has seen change college basketball What makes George Washington stand out as a basketball destination? Subscribe for more episodes of That’s a W with Vince Wolfram, featuring college basketball insight, NBA Draft analysis, recruiting conversations, coaching interviews, and the stories shaping the game today. FOLLOW THE COLLEGE SPORTS COMPANY HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/CollegeSportsCo ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@collegesportsco ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/thecollegesportsco/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDAU4iOmRgJHkm3qwapnh9Q ► SPOTIFY | ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/1ygy4RARkgBafyY8QT4sEq?si=e56fe525531447b1 ► FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/CollegeSportsCo/ #collegebasketball #big10 #big12 #sec #acc #ncaa #college #basketball #sports #gameday #podcast #marchmadness #collegehoops #basketballpodcast #collegesports #sportspodcast #hoopstalk #rivalry

These Players Boosted Their NBA Draft Stock BIG TIME

On this episode of That’s a W, Vince Wolfram breaks down the biggest standouts from Day 1 of NBA Draft Combine 5v5 scrimmages, including massive performances from Cincinnati's Baba Miller, Baylor's Cameron Carr, Tennessee's JaKobi Gillespie, Houston's Emanuel Sharp, and UNC's Matt Able. Vince also dives into the prospects who may have helped themselves the most in front of NBA scouts, featuring Arizona’s Jaden Bradley, Duke’s Maliq Brown, Kentucky’s Otega Oweh, Michigan State’s Jeremy Fears Jr., and Northwestern’s Nick Martinelli. Plus, he counts down the five most unbelievable NBA Draft Combine measurements ever recorded…from Taco Fall’s absurd standing reach to Keon Johnson’s historic vertical leap. NBA Draft analysis, scouting insight, combine takeaways, and stock risers — all on That’s a W with Vince Wolfram. Subscribe for more! CHAPTERS: 0:00 - Welcome 1:55 - 5 Huge Standouts 10:05 - Stock Improved 19:23 - Wild Combine Stats 25:15 - This is a Win and That's a W FOLLOW THE COLLEGE SPORTS COMPANY HERE: ► TWITTER | https://twitter.com/CollegeSportsCo ► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@collegesportsco ► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/thecollegesportsco/ ► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDAU4iOmRgJHkm3qwapnh9Q ► SPOTIFY | ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/1ygy4RARkgBafyY8QT4sEq?si=e56fe525531447b1 ► FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/CollegeSportsCo/ #collegebasketball #big10 #big12 #sec #acc #ncaa #college #basketball #sports #gameday #podcast #marchmadness #collegehoops #basketballpodcast #collegesports #sportspodcast #hoopstalk #rivalry