Allen Graves is entering the NBA Draft Combine with an important decision ahead regarding his basketball future.
The Santa Clara Broncos forward is reportedly focused on improving his draft stock this week, with his final choice depending heavily on how NBA teams evaluate him during the process.
According to reports, Graves is expected to remain in the 2026 NBA Draft if he receives feedback indicating he is likely to become a first-round selection.
However, if he decides returning to college is the better option, two programs have reportedly emerged as his leading destinations: LSU Tigers men’s basketball and Duke Blue Devils men’s basketball.
Graves also acknowledged interest from Kentucky Wildcats men’s basketball, though LSU and Duke are currently viewed as his preferred choices.
The 6-foot-9 forward enjoyed a breakout season as a redshirt freshman at Santa Clara.
Across 35 games, Graves averaged 11.8 points, 6.5 rebounds, 1.9 steals, and nearly one block per contest while showcasing his versatility on both ends of the floor.
He also posted highly efficient shooting numbers, converting 51 percent from the field, 41 percent from three-point range, and 75 percent from the free-throw line, helping establish himself as one of the more intriguing young forwards in the draft process.
Allen Graves To Stay In Draft If Considered First Rounder; Will Consider LSU, Duke If Returning To NCAA https://t.co/UjXpZjtCcu
— RealGM (@RealGM) May 14, 2026
