When the NBA announced the Early Entry Candidate list for the 2022 NBA Draft, there were 247 college players on the list. Under NCAA rules, players had until June 1 to withdraw from the draft and retain college eligibility.
Well over 100 players withdrew from the draft and will return to school. This list included likely first round pick Terquavion Smith. In addition, college standouts Max Abmas, Tyler Burton, Baylor Scheierman and Drew Timme all returned to play their senior seasons.
The NBA’s withdrawal deadline is June 13 at 5:00 PM ET. The 2022 NBA Draft is June 23.
