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What Comes Next for Noam Yaacov After Going Undrafted?
How 2 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.
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First reported by N12 · Jun 25, 2026
What happened
Noam Yaacov went undrafted in the NBA draft in New York, leaving him with several paths toward the league. He is set to play for Israel, may join the Las Vegas Summer League starting July 9, and could attend the University of Utah if he does not sign an NBA contract.
- 01Noam Yaacov went undrafted in the NBA draft in New York.
- 02He can still chase an NBA contract through Summer League or a two-way deal.
- 03Yaacov will play for Israel against Croatia and Belgium next.
- 04If unsigned, he is expected to join the University of Utah.
- 05He cannot enter the next NBA draft under league rules.
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OrganizationsNBA, Portland Trail Blazers, G League, University of Utah, Israel national team, Ostend
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