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Matt Able Faces May 27 NBA Draft Decision

5/22/2026

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Matt Able must decide by May 27 whether to withdraw from the 2026 NBA Draft to keep his college eligibility.
He said the “awesome” atmosphere at North Carolina State and UNC influences his decision.
At a Chicago scouting combine he scored 17 points, including four three-pointers.
ESPN analyst Jeremy Woo labeled him a first-round prospect but advised he stay at NC State for another year.

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Matt Able must decide by May 27 whether to withdraw from the 2026 NBA Draft to keep his college eligibility.
He said the “awesome” atmosphere at North Carolina State and UNC influences his decision.
At a Chicago scouting combine he scored 17 points, including four three-pointers.
ESPN analyst Jeremy Woo labeled him a first-round prospect but advised he stay at NC State for another year.