Cedric Coward was one of the biggest risers at the NBA Draft Combine, and with his stock at an all-time high, he elected to forgo his final year of college basketball eligibility. The Duke commit told ESPN on Saturday that he will keep his name in the NBA Draft pool,

With LaMelo Ball at point guard, Miles Bridges and Brandon Miller at forward, and Mark Williams at center, Charlotte can add to its young core from a bevy of swingmen, including VJ Edgecombe, Tre Johnson, or Kon Knueppel.

Coward was limited to only six games in the 2024-25 season, but he averaged 17.7 points, 7.0 rebounds, and 3.7 assists while shooting 40% from deep before a shoulder injury ended his season. That shouldn't stop him from being selected on draft night, though, as he brings a lot of NBA ready skills to the league.

With the May 29 deadline fast approaching, here's an up-to-date look at notable players who have withdrawn from the 2025 NBA Draft.

Philon surprised many by announcing he's returning to the Tide after saying earlier at the combine he was staying in the draft