Overview
- Evans said he is “fully in” the 2026 draft and has not discussed a return to Duke.
- He has already met with the Wizards, Hawks, Knicks and Mavericks during pre-draft interviews.
- His decision leaves Duke replacing a 38-game starter who averaged 15.0 points on 43% shooting with 3.2 rebounds.
- Mock drafts place him in the 20s, including ESPN projecting No. 23 to Atlanta, as teams weigh his perimeter shooting against a thin 6-foot-6 frame on defense.
- The NBA draft begins June 23 at Barclays Center after the May 27 college withdrawal deadline for NCAA players.