What happened: Adrian Wojnarowski and DraftExpress founder Jonathan Givony released the second installment of "The Program," examining the evolving landscape of the 2026 NBA Draft. The episode focuses on the NCAA’s recent "11th-hour" guidance regarding the eligibility and professionalism standards for international players entering the collegiate system.

Why it matters: The sudden shift in NCAA standards has created a massive backlog of eligibility rulings, impacting high-major programs that have heavily recruited overseas talent. This regulatory instability is expected to influence the 2026 draft pool, potentially pushing top international prospects to bypass college in favor of professional routes like the NBL Next Stars program.

What to watch: Eligibility rulings are expected to be finalized as summer workouts approach. Watch for prospects to reconsider collegiate commitments if their eligibility remains in limbo.