Baylor Guard Tounde Yessoufou Declares for NBA Draft

The 6-5 freshman averaged 17.8 points and 5.9 rebounds per game this season.

Apr. 10, 2026 at 5:53pm

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Baylor guard Tounde Yessoufou has declared for the 2026 NBA Draft, according to reports. Yessoufou, a 6-5 freshman, had a standout season for the Bears, averaging 17.8 points and 5.9 rebounds per game.

Why it matters

Yessoufou's decision to enter the draft is a significant loss for Baylor, as he was expected to be a key contributor for the team next season. His departure creates a void in the Bears' backcourt that will need to be filled.

The details

Yessoufou announced his decision to enter the NBA Draft on social media on Friday. However, it's unclear whether he has hired an agent, which would mean he would have to remain in the draft. If he hasn't hired an agent, Yessoufou could still withdraw his name from consideration and return to Baylor for his sophomore season.

  • Yessoufou announced his decision to enter the NBA Draft on Friday, April 10, 2026.

The players

Tounde Yessoufou

A 6-5 freshman guard for the Baylor Bears who averaged 17.8 points and 5.9 rebounds per game during the 2025-26 season.

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What they’re saying

“Baylor wing Tounde Yessoufou has declared for the NBA Draft, he told @On3.”

— Tounde Yessoufou

What’s next

Yessoufou will now go through the NBA Draft evaluation process, which includes workouts and interviews with teams. If he decides to keep his name in the draft, he will await his selection on draft night.

The takeaway

Yessoufou's decision to enter the NBA Draft is a significant blow to Baylor's hopes for next season, as he was expected to be a key contributor. The Bears will now need to find a way to replace his production in the backcourt.