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Mirkovic Skips Montenegro, Trains in U.S., Projected Top Draft Pick

7/3/2026

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Coach Brad Underwood announced freshman David Mirkovic stayed in the United States to train with strength coach Adam Fletcher, skipping the Montenegro national team.
Underwood said the program will add muscle, reach his ideal weight, and keep him in shape.
Mirkovic posted 13.3 points, 8.0 rebounds and 2.6 assists in 2025-26.
CBS Sports projects him as a preseason All-American and as high as No. 11 overall in early 2027 mock drafts.

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Coach Brad Underwood announced freshman David Mirkovic stayed in the United States to train with strength coach Adam Fletcher, skipping the Montenegro national team.
Underwood said the program will add muscle, reach his ideal weight, and keep him in shape.
Mirkovic posted 13.3 points, 8.0 rebounds and 2.6 assists in 2025-26.
CBS Sports projects him as a preseason All-American and as high as No. 11 overall in early 2027 mock drafts.