Allen Graves has been drafted 19th overall by the Toronto Raptors in the 2026 NBA Draft, marking him as the latest athlete from the Santa Clara Broncos to join the professional ranks. He is the third Bronco selected in the first round within the last five years, following Jalen Williams and Brandin Podziemski. This achievement highlights Santa Clara's unique status as a mid-major program that has produced top-20 draft picks three times in five years, joining elite college programs. Historically, Graves is the sixth Bronco to be a first round selection and the 29th to be drafted in the program's history.

By the Numbers
  • Graves was the 19th overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft.
  • He averaged 11.8 points per game during the 2025-26 season.
  • Tied for the ninth-most steals in program history with 67 total steals.
State of Play
  • Graves had a significant impact as a freshman, earning WCC Freshman and Sixth Man of the Year honors.
  • Santa Clara's basketball program achieved its second-most wins in history with 26 wins this season.
What's Next

As Graves joins the Raptors, expectations will be high for him to contribute immediately. His transition to the NBA will be closely watched as he hopes to replicate his collegiate success on a professional level.

Bottom Line

Allen Graves' selection in the NBA Draft underscores both his individual talent and the robust pipeline of talent emerging from the Santa Clara basketball program, further enhancing its reputation in the NCAA landscape.