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Stojaković Enters NBA Draft While Maintaining Eligibility
27 Apr
Summary
- Andrej Stojaković will enter the 2026 NBA Draft, keeping his college eligibility.
- He averaged 13.5 points and 4.5 rebounds for Illinois' Final Four team.
- Stojaković transferred to Illinois after playing two seasons at Stanford.
Andrej Stojaković, a key player for the Illinois Fighting Illini, has declared for the 2026 NBA Draft while maintaining his college eligibility. This decision comes after a significant season where the 6-foot-7 forward was instrumental in Illinois' Final Four appearance, contributing 13.5 points and 4.5 rebounds per game.
Stojaković's journey to Illinois involved a transfer from Stanford, where he spent his first two collegiate seasons. During his time with the Fighting Illini, he saw his role evolve, but he stepped up offensively, particularly in the postseason tournaments, averaging 14.3 points. He is expected to return to Illinois for the 2026-27 season.
The son of NBA legend Peja Stojaković, Andrej initially garnered NBA draft buzz after his freshman year at California. His decision to enter the draft, even while planning to return to college, will provide valuable insight into his current standing among professional scouts. This process will help him identify areas for improvement before the 2027 NBA Draft.
