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Elliot Cadeau Withdraws From NBA Draft, Returns to Michigan

The decision reflects draft feedback, strengthening Michigan’s outlook for next season.

Overview

  • College basketball reporter Jon Rothstein reported, citing agent Drew Gross, that Cadeau has pulled out of the 2026 NBA Draft and will play for Michigan next season.
  • Cadeau entered the draft to gather evaluations, which head coach Dusty May described as a plan to get feedback and learn from the process.
  • He did not receive an invite to the NBA combine, the league’s main scouting showcase, and he withdrew from the G League combine.
  • The point guard earned Final Four Most Outstanding Player honors after a title run and posted about 10.5 points, 5.9 assists, and 38% three-point shooting for the season.
  • With his return, he is expected to lead the backcourt again and likely start next to rising sophomore Trey McKenney, boosting Michigan’s 2026–27 hopes.