It’s Final Four Day!
Which means this is the last real look we’ll get at some of the top prospects heading into the 2026 NBA Draft. On the biggest stage college basketball has to offer.
With Michigan vs. Arizona and Illinois vs. UConn set to decide who plays for a national title, this weekend isn’t just about winning — it’s about stock, pressure, and proving you belong at the next level.
Here are four players Bulls fans should be locked in on heading into this action-packed Final Four weekend.
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Keaton Wagler, G, Illinois
The highest-projected draft prospect left in the field, Keaton Wagler, and his Illinois squad are set to take on the UConn Huskies in the Final Four. While UConn comes in riding the momentum of that insane win over Duke, Illinois might feel like the home team, with Indianapolis practically down the road from Champaign, expect a heavy Illini presence in the stands.
Wagler has lived up to the hype as a top-tier prospect, delivering one of his best performances on the biggest stage of his career. He led the Fighting Illini to their first Final Four appearance in over two decades, dropping 25 points against Iowa in the Elite Eight. And with UConn now standing in their way, the path is clear—if Illinois gets through this Final Four, the only one-seed they’d have to face would be in the national championship game.
Illinois freshman Keaton Wagler just went off for 25 in the Elite 8 to lead the Illini back to the Final Four for the first time since 2005 ? pic.twitter.com/TLPMvvd9Qp
— B/R Hoops (@brhoops) March 29, 2026What’s been most impressive about Wagler is his ability to impact winning even when his shot isn’t falling. He’s contributed across the board with rebounds and playmaking, showing a more complete game than just scoring. But against a UConn team that has proven it can claw back into games no matter the deficit, Wagler will need to show he’s a stone-cold closer if Illinois wants to keep this run alive.
© Geoff Burke-Imagn ImagesBraylon Mullins, G, UConn
While Braylor Mullins hasn’t exactly lit up the NCAA Tournament so far, his game-winning three over Duke to send them packing has done more for his stock than any 40-point performance could have. UConn is coming off a historic comeback against the “best team” in the country, and they’re playing with the kind of confidence that makes them feel unbeatable right now.
OH MY GOODNESS UCONN LEADSSSS UNBELIEVABLE #MarchMadness pic.twitter.com/IPX2JWiw0b
— NCAA March Madness (@MarchMadnessMBB) March 29, 2026Mullins, the one who hit that logo three, could see a real boost from that moment. It might be exactly what he needed after averaging just 12 points, 3 rebounds, and 2 assists while shooting 20% from deep in the tournament. And in a way, the matchup works in his favor, Illinois will likely be keyed in on Tarris Reed and Alex Karaban, which gives Mullins the perfect chance to step in as the wildcard.
That said, the pressure is still on. If he doesn’t deliver a strong performance in the Final Four, it could hurt his chances of cracking the lottery in the 2026 NBA Draft, especially with other prospects rising to the occasion on this stage.
@ Eakin Howard-Imagn ImagesBrayden Burries, G, Arizona
On this side of the bracket, it’s a clash of two heavyweights. The only remaining one-seeds are set to collide, with the Arizona Wildcats taking on the Michigan Wolverines for a spot in the national championship game.
Leading the Wildcats is freshman Brayden Burries, whose play makes it look like he’s never missed a shot in his life. After shaking off a slow start to the season, he’s been at the heart of Arizona’s run, fueling both a Big 12 regular season and conference tournament title, and putting them just two wins away from completing the treble. He’s not just winning, he’s dominating, with Arizona blowing teams out by an average of 21 points. Nothing about this run has felt close.
Brayden Burries was impressive in Arizona's Sweet 16 win over Arkansas. Burries finished with 23 points on 7-11 shooting in the blowout win. pic.twitter.com/HySOwxcP8g
— B/R Hoops (@brhoops) March 27, 2026Through four tournament games, Burries is averaging 18 points, 6 rebounds, and a steal per game, while shooting a ridiculous 68% from three. But against a top-tier offense like Michigan, the margin for error shrinks. He’s going to be called on to hit big shots, likely more than once, and the biggest question is whether he can deliver when the pressure is at its peak.
© Junfu Han / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn ImagesYaxel Lendeborg, F, Michigan
His critics may call him “too old,” but they can’t deny that Yaxel Lendenborg might also be too good. Arguably the best player left in the Final Four, Lendenborg is doing everything in his power to turn Michigan into the most dangerous team still standing.
In what is likely his final NCAA Tournament run, he’s been dominant—averaging 25 points, 8 rebounds, 4 assists, along with a steal and a block per game over his last three outings. He’s doing it efficiently too, shooting 52% from three on solid volume and 61% from the field. Every stat sheet tells the same story: total control. It’s no surprise he’s picked up the nickname “Dominican LeBron.”
Yaxel Lendeborg is the first Michigan player with 3-straight 20-point tournament games since 1994. pic.twitter.com/8jNdGT9O1o
— Real App (@realapp) March 29, 2026For Arizona, it’s a nightmare matchup. Michigan might have the two most dominant big men left in the tournament, which makes it nearly impossible to key in on just Lendenborg defensively without getting burned elsewhere.
This one-seed vs. one-seed showdown in the Final Four could end up being a defining moment for scouts. If Lendenborg delivers again on this stage, the question might shift from his age to whether anyone in this class can actually match his impact.
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