The 2025 NBA Draft Combine took place last week, and three Razorbacks were invited to partake in the events. Adou Thiero, Boogie Fland, and Karter Knox all participated in some capacity to show out for NBA front offices.
During the draft combine, players go through measurements and drills to display their physical attributes and skills. Going through these tests can help or hurt players' draft stock. Players can also go through shooting drills and scrimmages if they decide to partake in those events. The combine is a great place to meet with teams and discuss potential fits, improvement areas, draft stock etc. This gives players a good idea of what to expect heading into the draft next month.
All three Razorbacks tested well and improved their draft stock, but not all will remain in the draft. Boogie Fland withdrew his name early last week, while Adou Thiero and Karter Knox have yet to make a final decision. May 28th is the last day to withdraw from the NBA draft.
Arkansas basketball draft results
Anthropometric Stats
Measurement | Results |
|---|---|
Height (without shoes) | 6’-6.25” |
Weight | 218.4 lbs |
Wingspan | 7’-0” |
Standing Reach | 8’-8.5" |
Hand Length | 9.0" |
Hand Width | 10.25" |
Note: Did not participate in agility testing, shooting drills, or scrimmages.
Thiero grew an inch from his previous measurements at Kentucky two years ago, per ESPN's Jonathan Givony. We already knew he has an NBA-ready body, and his defense is his calling card. His measurements only verify those claims and prove that he has potential to be an elite versatile defender with a plus-5.75" wingspan.
Adou Thiero has yet to make a decision to stay in the draft or return to Arkansas, but according to CBS Sports' Isaac Trotter, he is leaning towards staying in the draft. He is widely considered a late-first-round to early-second-round draft pick. Shooting is his biggest weakness, but if he can significantly improve his shot over the next few years, he will be a steal for whoever selects him that late in the draft.
Anthropometric Stats
Measurement | Results |
|---|---|
Height (without shoes) | 6’-5” |
Weight | 214.2 lbs |
Wingspan | 6’-10.25” |
Standing Reach | 8’-6.5” |
Hand Length | 9.0" |
Hand Width | 9.5" |
Agility Stats
Drill | Results |
|---|---|
Standing Vertical Leap | 32.0" (T-8th) |
Max Vertical Leap | 39.5" (T-4th) |
Lane Agility Time | 10.92s (T-18th) |
Shuttle Run | 2.96s (T-27th) |
Three-Quarter Sprint | 3.20s (T-26th) |
Shooting Drills
Drill | Results |
|---|---|
Off Dribble | 19 of 30 (63.3%) |
Spot Up | 11 of 25 (44%) |
3PT Star | 16 of 25 (64%) |
3PT Side | 25 of 30 (83.3%) |
Free Throw | 9 of 10 (90%) |
Scrimmage Box Scores
Game 1: Eight points, five rebounds, two steals
Game 2: 10 points, one rebound, one assist, two steals, one block
Karter Knox tested well and improved his draft stock this past week after participating in every drill and scrimmage, showcasing his skills. His vertical leap stood out the most with a 39.5" max vertical, tied for 4th among combine invites. He also displayed his shooting ability, confirming his 3-and-D potential.
Knox's draft stock is all over the map, making it unpredictable on where he could be selected. He has been seen as an early second-round pick to an undrafted free agent, which is why he is projected to return to Arkansas. However, internal discussions with scouts and teams could prove otherwise.
Anthropometric Stats
Measurement | Results |
|---|---|
Height (without shoes) | 6’-2” |
Weight | 172.4 lbs |
Wingspan | 6’-6” |
Standing Reach | 8’-2” |
Hand Length | 8.5" |
Hand Width | 9.0" |
Fland withdrew his name from the NBA Draft and did not participate in further combine drills or scrimmages, according to ESPN's Jonathan Givony. He remains in the transfer portal and will weigh his options moving further. Fland measured well at the combine and will be a player to watch for the 2026 NBA Draft.