John Mobley Jr. withdraws from NBA draft, clearing return to Ohio State
John Mobley Jr. has officially withdrawn from the NBA draft, ensuring his return to Ohio State for the 2026-27 season. After a successful sophomore year, where he was the Buckeyes' second-leading scorer, Mobley decided to retain his collegiate eligibility. He is expected to play a significant role for Ohio State next season under coach Jake Diebler.
- ▪John Mobley Jr. averaged 15.7 points, 2.8 assists, and 2.4 turnovers while starting 31 games in the 2025-26 season.
- ▪He announced his withdrawal from the NBA draft via a video on Instagram on May 18.
- ▪Mobley shot 41.1% from 3-point range, ranking third in the Big Ten.
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