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Shooter or Bust? Momcilovic's NBA Draft Dilemma
26 May
Summary
- Milan Momcilovic leads nation in 3-pointers made and percentage.
- NBA executives unanimously suggest Momcilovic return to college.
- He made 136 threes at a 48.7% clip in the 2025-26 season.
Iowa State's Milan Momcilovic is at a crossroads, weighing his NBA draft prospects against returning to college. NBA executives have largely advised Momcilovic to return to college, citing concerns about his athleticism, which could impact his defensive capabilities at the professional level.
Despite these reservations, Momcilovic's former coach, T.J. Otzelberger, expressed optimism that both he and Joshua Jefferson could be first-round picks. Otzelberger highlighted Momcilovic's elite shooting as a skill every NBA team desires, especially after the initial top picks, noting his historic performance in the 2025-26 season.
During that season, Momcilovic set a national record by leading the country in both 3-pointers made (136) and 3-point shooting percentage (48.7%). This exceptional shooting ability is a significant draw for NBA franchises, though its translation to the first round remains uncertain.
If Momcilovic decides to forgo the NBA draft this year and return to college, he would likely be the top-ranked player in the transfer portal, positioning him for a substantial payday in the future. He has until the draft deadline to make his final decision, maintaining college eligibility if he withdraws his name.
