Aggie fans and media react to Mackenzie Mgbako withdrawing his name from the NBA draft
Texas A&M basketball fans had an exciting Tuesday morning as news broke that star transfer forward Mackenzie Mgbako has withdrawn his name from the NBA Draft and will be returning to Bryan-College Station to kick off the upcoming season of "Bucky Ball."
The 6'8" forward was the talk of the NBA Draft Combine, showcasing elite range from beyond the arc and solid defensive skills. His standout performance at the G-League Elite Camp earned him an invitation to the 2025 NBA Draft Combine, where he turned heads and was seriously considered for the draft. However, confirmation arrived that Mgbako has opted to rejoin the Texas A&M Aggies, forgoing the 2025 NBA Draft to enhance his stock further.
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According to ESPN, Mgbako was the second-ranked player in the 2023 class. His decision to enter the transfer portal after two seasons at Indiana came as a surprise to many, especially given his notable improvement. Last season, he averaged 12.2 points and 4.3 rebounds while shooting 43% from the field, 32% from three-point range, and 81% from the free-throw line.
Below you can find fans' and media's reaction to the news.
Mackenzie Mgbako deciding to stay is big for the Aggies
Big news for coach Bucky McMillan
Mgbako believe we can improve his draft stock with one college season
Boom!
Coach Bucky has done good work in a short amount of time
After having only one player on the roster, the Aggies now have a solid squad for next season with a few spots left
Him coming back could bring NBA scouts to Aggieland as well
Aggie fans can't wait to watch Mgbako in the Bucky Ball system
On top of Mackenzie Mgbako's announcement they landed Pop Isaacs
Not a bad haul in limited time
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