Trending Now - Braylon Mullins Commits to Uconn for Second Year

WHO:

WTNH - Braylon Mullins announced his return to UConn for his sophomore season on his Instagram page, stating he has "unfinished business."

ESPN - Braylon Mullins is a former five-star recruit and McDonald's All-American.

ESPN - Najai Hines is a Seton Hall transfer added to UConn.

ESPN - Braylon Mullins, a freshman at the University of Connecticut (UConn), is a projected first-round NBA draft pick.

ESPN - Mullins' father announced his decision to return to UConn for his sophomore season.

ESPN - Dan Hurley is the head coach of the UConn Huskies.

ESPN - Nikolas Khamenia, a Duke transfer, committed to UConn.

ESPN - Silas Demary Jr. is an All-Big East guard returning to UConn.

ESPN - Solo Ball is a backcourt mate who may also return to UConn.

WHAT:

Sportskeeda - UConn made it to the national title game in the 2025-2026 season but lost 69-63 to Michigan.

ESPN - Mullins was expected to be drafted somewhere from the late-lottery to mid-20s had he declared for the 2026 NBA Draft.

ESPN - Mullins is projected to start for UConn, which is aiming for its fourth Final Four appearance in five seasons.

ESPN - UConn added Seton Hall transfer Najai Hines to help replace Tarris Reed Jr. and Eric Reibe.

ESPN - Mullins made the shot of the NCAA tournament with a 35-footer to beat Duke and put UConn in the Final Four.

ESPN - Khamenia averaged 41.7% shooting from 3-point range in three ACC tournament games.

ESPN - Mullins will return to UConn instead of entering the 2026 NBA Draft.

ESPN - Mullins was ranked No. 17 on ESPN's NBA draft big board.

ESPN - Mullins averaged 12.0 points and 3.5 rebounds per game during his freshman season.

ESPN - Mullins made 33.5% of his 3-point attempts and had three games where he made at least five 3-pointers.

ESPN - Khamenia averaged 10.7 points and 5.7 rebounds in three ACC tournament games.

ESPN - Khamenia averaged 5.7 points and 3.3 rebounds for the season.

WHERE:

ESPN - The University of Connecticut (UConn) is located in Storrs, Connecticut.

WHEN:

WTNH - Mullins made his announcement on Saturday, April 16th, 2026.

ESPN - Mullins was slowed by an ankle injury that kept him out of the first six games of the 2025-2026 season.

ESPN - Mullins' father announced his decision on Saturday, April 16th, 2026.

ESPN - Mullins played in 33 games during the 2025-2026 season.

WHY:

WTNH - Mullins expressed a desire to return to UConn due to "unfinished business."

ESPN - Mullins aims to boost his stock in the 2027 NBA Draft, which is seen as weaker than previous drafts.

ESPN - Mullins aims to boost his NBA draft stock by returning for a second season at UConn.

HOW:

ESPN - Mullins is considered a breakout candidate for the upcoming season under head coach Dan Hurley.

ESPN - Mullins is expected to improve his performance and stock in the upcoming season under head coach Dan Hurley.

ESPN - Mullins is expected to improve his performance and stock in the 2027 NBA Draft, which is considered weaker than previous drafts.

(UPDATED April 19, 2026 17:05 UTC)

Braylon Mullins announced on Instagram that he will return to UConn for his sophomore season, citing "unfinished business." The team reached the national title game in the 2025-2026 season but fell short, losing to Michigan with a final score of 69 to 63. Mullins made his announcement on Thursday.

(UPDATED April 19, 2026 15:07 UTC)

Mullins is projected to start for UConn this season as the team aims for its fourth Final Four appearance in five seasons. He was expected to be drafted somewhere from the late-lottery to mid-20s had he declared for the 2026 NBA Draft, and is considered a breakout candidate under head coach Dan Hurley. UConn has also added Seton Hall transfer Najai Hines to help fill the gaps left by Tarris Reed Jr. and Eric Reibe.

(UPDATED April 19, 2026 07:17 UTC)

Braylon Mullins, a former five-star recruit and McDonald's All-American, made a stunning 35-footer to defeat Duke and secure UConn's spot in the Final Four. After missing the first six games of the 2025-2026 season due to an ankle injury, Mullins is looking to enhance his draft prospects for the 2027 NBA Draft, which is considered less competitive than previous years. With the guidance of head coach Dan Hurley, Mullins is expected to elevate his performance this season.

(UPDATED April 19, 2026 04:02 UTC)

Braylon Mullins, a freshman at the University of Connecticut, has decided to return for his sophomore season instead of entering the 2026 NBA Draft, a move announced by his father on Saturday. Mullins, who averaged 12.0 points and 3.5 rebounds per game last season, is projected to improve his draft stock for the 2027 NBA Draft, which is expected to be less competitive. Joining him at UConn will be Nikolas Khamenia, a Duke transfer, and Silas Demary Jr., an All-Big East guard, as the team looks to build on their success under head coach Dan Hurley.