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Combine Fallout: Winners, Disappointments, and the 2026 Prospect Market Reset

Michael O
May 20, 2026
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​The 2026 NBA Draft Combine in Chicago has officially wrapped up, and as the dust settles, the shifts in draft stock are glaring. Between the official measurements, the agility drills, and the live 5-on-5 scrimmages, front offices now have a much clearer picture of this class. Some prospects solidified their status as future franchise cornerstones, while others saw their glaring red flags magnified under the bright lights. Here is a breakdown of the biggest winners and losers from this year’s combine.

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