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Why NBA draft combine could help determine 2027 national champion
TL;DR
The NBA draft combine in Chicago features 73 players and is crucial for evaluating talent that may impact the 2027 NCAA tournament. Milan Momcilovic, a standout from Iowa State, is among those exploring their options.
Key points
- NBA invited 73 players to the draft combine in Chicago
- Combine helps evaluate athletic measurables and competition
- Milan Momcilovic declared for the NBA draft and entered the transfer portal
- Momcilovic was a top scorer for Iowa State last season
- Combine could influence the 2027 NCAA tournament outcomes
Milan MomcilovicIowa State
The NBA invited 73 players to their annual draft combine workouts, which are taking place this week in Chicago. It'll be a time for evaluators to gauge athletic measurables and observe how NBA hopefuls compete against others in the same boat.
Despite being 10 months apart, the NBA draft combine could have a lot to do with how the 2027 NCAA tournament shakes out next spring.
Many players are going through the draft process to see where their stock ultimately lands. One player who is dipping his toes in NBA waters is Milan Momcilovic.
The 6-foot-8 sharpshooter declared for the NBA draft, but also entered the transfer portal, leaving all doors open. Momcilovic was lethal from long range last season and was one of the more talented scorers in college basketball last season for Iowa State.
If Momcilovic's week in Chicago doesn't go the way he'd like it to, there appears to be a solid chance he will return to college hoops, where a plethora of suitors would be waiting.
A good program adding Momcilovic could be elevated to great, while a great program that adds Momcilovic could reach an elite level.
It's truly one of the most fascinating dominoes this week at the NBA draft combine, which could have reverberations on a couple of different levels of basketball.
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This article originally appeared on College Sports Wire: Milan Momcilovic NBA combine performance could impact title race
Q&A
How does the NBA draft combine affect the 2027 NCAA tournament?
The NBA draft combine allows evaluators to assess player talent, which can influence team compositions and strategies for the upcoming NCAA tournament.
Who is Milan Momcilovic and what are his current options?
Milan Momcilovic is a 6-foot-8 sharpshooter who declared for the NBA draft while also entering the transfer portal, keeping his options open for next season.
What is the significance of the NBA draft combine for college basketball players?
The NBA draft combine provides college players an opportunity to showcase their skills and potentially improve their draft stock, impacting their future in college basketball.
