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Baylor's Cameron Carr, Tounde Yessoufou's NBA Draft Stock Falls
Both players' projected draft positions have dropped in latest mock draft
Feb. 26, 2026 at 1:37am
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Baylor basketball players Cameron Carr and Tounde Yessoufou have seen their NBA draft stock fall in the latest mock draft from Bleacher Report's Jonathan Wasserman. Carr, previously projected as a late first-round pick, is now slotted at No. 22 to the Los Angeles Lakers, while Yessoufou has dropped from No. 23 to No. 28 to the Cleveland Cavaliers. The players' recent struggles and inefficient shooting have contributed to the decline in their draft projections, leaving them with a tough decision on whether to enter the NBA draft this year or return to Baylor for another season.
Why it matters
Carr and Yessoufou are two of Baylor's top players, and their NBA draft prospects are closely watched by the program and its fans. Their draft stock falling could impact their decisions on whether to turn pro or stay in school, which would have significant implications for Baylor's basketball team next season.
The details
In the latest Bleacher Report mock draft, Carr has fallen from a projected No. 18 pick to No. 22, where he is compared to Devin Vassell. Wasserman cited Carr's recent shooting struggles, with the guard shooting just 28%, 20%, and 0% in Baylor's last three games. Yessoufou, meanwhile, has dropped from No. 23 to No. 28, with Wasserman noting inconsistencies in his three-point shooting and the importance of that skill for non-playmaking wings in the NBA.
- Baylor recently suffered a heartbreaking loss to Arizona, all but officially ending their NCAA Tournament hopes.
- Carr and Yessoufou have three regular season games left to try and improve their draft stock.
The players
Cameron Carr
A 6'5" guard for the Baylor Bears who has seen his NBA draft stock fall from a projected late first-round pick to No. 22 overall to the Los Angeles Lakers in the latest mock draft.
Tounde Yessoufou
A forward for the Baylor Bears who has dropped from a projected No. 23 pick to No. 28 overall to the Cleveland Cavaliers in the latest NBA mock draft, with concerns about the consistency of his three-point shooting.
What they’re saying
“Consistency and a high release have helped Cameron Carr's shotmaking look very persuasive. With 37 dunks and 31 blocks at 6'5", the combination of shooting skills and athleticism should help Carr appear very safe and easy to project.”
— Jonathan Wasserman, NBA Draft Analyst
“Even with his shooting on and off throughout the season, Tounde Yessoufou has remained consistently productive tapping into his physical tools and athleticism for driving, transition finishing, offensive rebounding and defensive playmaking.”
— Jonathan Wasserman, NBA Draft Analyst
What’s next
Carr and Yessoufou will have to decide whether to enter the NBA draft this year or return to Baylor for another season of college basketball. Their performance in Baylor's final three regular season games could impact their draft stock and future decisions.
The takeaway
The falling draft projections for Baylor's top players highlight the challenges they face in balancing their professional aspirations with the need to continue developing their skills at the college level. Their decisions will have major implications for Baylor's basketball program next season.
