Henri Veesaar Slides to Second Round After Foregoing Lucrative NIL Deals

Henri Veesaar has slipped into the second round of the 2026 NBA Draft, a surprising turn for the UNC product who was widely projected as a first-round selection. By entering the draft, Veesaar bypassed substantial NIL earnings at the collegiate level, a gamble that now sees him looking for a roster spot in the second round. The Atlanta Hawks are among the teams linked to the versatile international prospect as he navigates the professional fallout of his unexpected draft-day slide.