Henley and Collins Aim to Boost Draft Stock at Chicago G-League Combine
Jaden Henley and M.J. Collins aim to improve their 2026 NBA draft stock at the NBA G-League combine in Chicago with upgraded shooting and all‑around play.

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Jaden Henley averaged 17.7 points, 5.7 rebounds, 2.9 assists and 1.6 steals while shooting 46.6% overall and posting a 56.2% true‑shooting percentage. M.J. Collins lifted his three‑point mark to 36.1%, up from under 29.3% in his first three seasons. Both will compete at the NBA G‑League combine running Friday through Sunday in Chicago.
Context The combine gives prospects a chance to demonstrate skill upgrades in front of NBA scouts ahead of the 2026 draft. Henley, a former Grand Canyon guard, finished his senior season with career‑high averages across scoring, rebounding, assisting and stealing. Collins, who played his lone Utah State season after transfers from Virginia Tech and Vanderbilt, emerged as a microwave scorer with strong off‑ball movement and finishing ability.
Key Facts Henley’s shooting line includes a 46.6% field‑goal percentage and a 56.2% true‑shooting percentage, reflecting efficient scoring inside the arc. His three‑point attempt rate was 3.8 per game, but he converted only 26.8% of those shots. Collins improved his three‑point percentage to 36.1% on a higher volume, marking a clear upward trend from his earlier sub‑29.3% marks. Both players are listed at 6‑foot‑7, 200 pounds (Henley) and 6‑foot‑4, 190 pounds (Collins), giving them NBA‑ready frames.
What It Means Scouts will watch whether Henley can tighten his perimeter mechanics and Collins can sustain his new three‑point consistency under game‑like conditions. Strong performances could shift their draft positions upward in the coming months. The next step to monitor is how each prospect translates combine work into summer league invitations and pre‑draft workouts.
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