Houston receives huge news regarding Milos Uzan following NBA draft decision
Houston receives huge news regarding Milos Uzan following NBA draft decision
Houston junior Milos Uzan is reportedly withdrawing from the 2025 NBA draft and returning to school next season, according to Jonathan Givony of ESPN.
Uzan was named to the All-Big 12 second team this past season, averaging 11.4 points, 4.3 assists and 3.1 rebounds on 42.8% shooting from 3-point range. He ranked 19th in the country in minutes (1,261) and was third in the conference in assist-to-turnover ratio (3.0).
The 6-foot-4 guard scored in double figures 25 times, including a career-high 25 points, four rebounds and four assists on March 15 in a win over Arizona in the Big 12 championship game.
Uzan competed in the draft combine earlier this month, recording nine points, 10 assists, one rebound and one steal in two scrimmage games in Chicago, Illinois. He also completed at least six team workouts after visiting the likes of Golden State and Utah.
The 22-year-old was among the notable prospects who were still weighing their decisions ahead of the early entrant withdrawal deadline on Wednesday. He was considered a second-round pick, with his ability to score and run different offenses.
Uzan played an integral role in Houston advancing to the national championship game for the third time in program history. His return figures to help the Cougars emerge as one of the front-runners to enter next season with high championship odds.
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