Kansas Star Flory Bidunga Eyes NBA, Enters Portal

Kansas forward Flory Bidunga is exploring professional opportunities while preserving his collegiate future. As of April 3, 2026, Bidunga intends to declare for the 2026 NBA Draft, a process that allows him to maintain his NCAA eligibility. Concurrently, Bidunga has entered the NCAA transfer portal, indicating he is open to transferring to another college program. This dual approach follows his recognition as the Big 12 Defensive Player of the Year. Under NCAA rules, players can retain eligibility by filing as early entry applicants, undergoing evaluations, and using only certified agents or no agent. However, being selected in the NBA Draft immediately forfeits college eligibility. This trend, highlighted by Bronny James's recent draft selection, has prompted the NCAA to consider rule changes that could prevent athletes who have entered professional drafts from playing collegiately.