Good morning, Illini Nation! It's an exciting day as I head to Chicago for Day 3 of the 2026 NBA Draft Combine at Wintrust Arena. All three Illinois guards—Keaton Wagler, Kylan Boswell, and Andrej Stojakovic—will be available for interviews, with Boswell set to take the court in the second game of the day. The buzz is real: there's a strong chance all three could hear their names called come June.

Let's break down where they stand. Wagler is projected as a lottery pick, Boswell holds steady with second-round draft stock, and Stojakovic, who could return to Champaign for the 2026-27 season, is in a similar second-round range. With the draft lottery now complete and the order set, mock drafts are rolling in. Here's a closer look at where these Illini might land in New York:

Jeremy Woo sees Wagler fitting nicely with the Clippers at a key spot: "This pick has been viewed by some teams as where the draft starts, with an array of talented guards expected to be available. Wagler's versatility makes him a very strong fit with the Clippers, who already have a true point guard in Darius Garland."

J. Kyle Mann adds a tantalizing scenario for Dallas: "Many have Wagler higher on their boards than this, but if the guard order shakes out this way, Dallas could be a good fit. The idea of pairing his fantastic positional size, elite shooting, and versatility with Cooper Flagg is something that I've been thinking about for quite some time."

For Boswell, Jonathan Wasserman highlights his crafty game: "Kylan Boswell still doesn't look like a reliable shooter, but he's been threatening enough for a guard who shoots 61.0 percent inside the arc, makes smart decisions, and adds a sense of leadership. He's been one of the nation's top-graded pick-and-roll ball-handlers throughout the season."

And for Stojakovic, Kevin O'Connor offers a balanced take: "Stojakovic is the son of three-time NBA All-Star and 2011 champion Peja Stojakovic, and he certainly has professional DNA with his slick footwork and feel for the game. But unlike his father, who had his best years in Sacramento, he shockingly has a clunky jumper that needs a lot of seasoning for him to thrive at the next level."

Stay tuned, Illini fans—this draft season is shaping up to be one for the books, with plenty of orange and blue pride on the line.