In Reply to: College sports expansion frenzy: Winners and losers as NCAA Tourn posted by mh on May 13, 2026 at 09:40:06
Here's what Claude says:
It appears Yessoufou did not participate in Wednesday's 5-on-5 scrimmages. A scout noted that when the 5-on-5 rosters dropped, his name wasn't on them — this was confirmed ahead of Wednesday's games.
The vast majority of projected first-round picks opted out of the scrimmages, as is customary. So skipping isn't necessarily a red flag on its own, but for a bubble prospect like Yessoufou who really needed to make a statement, it's a notable decision. Scrimmages are the primary opportunity for players to improve their standing and move up the board, and agents often push back on having their players participate to avoid any downside risk.
There are more scrimmages scheduled for Thursday, so it's possible he could still suit up then. His combine week has largely come down to measurements, athletic testing, and closed-door team interviews rather than on-court play.