2026 NBA Mock Draft: Latest look as March Madness shakes up board

March is where things change. Performances matter more. Stock rises. Stock falls. And with the 2026 NBA Draft class already viewed as deep, the board is starting to take shape.

Here’s a quick look at how things could fall right now:

Round 1

1. Indiana Pacers — AJ Dybantsa, SF, BYU
Elite scoring wing with size, athleticism and star upside, widely viewed as the favorite for No. 1.

2. Washington Wizards — Darryn Peterson, PG, Kansas
Big guard with shot-making and creation ability who could grow into a franchise lead playmaker.

3. Brooklyn Nets — Cameron Boozer, PF, Duke
Polished, physical forward with elite feel and production who projects as a long-term impact player.

4. Sacramento Kings — Caleb Wilson, PF, North Carolina
High-motor athlete with defensive versatility and emerging offensive upside.

5. Utah Jazz — Keaton Wagler, PG, Illinois
Big guard who can shoot and play on or off the ball, making him a strong fit in multiple lineups.

6. Dallas Mavericks — Darius Acuff Jr., PG, Arkansas
Dynamic scorer and playmaker who can impact the offense from day one.

7. Memphis Grizzlies — Kingston Flemings, PG, Houston
Explosive guard with athleticism, defense and scoring tools.

8. Atlanta Hawks — Mikel Brown Jr., PG, Louisville
Creative playmaker with scoring upside and improving physical tools.

9. Milwaukee Bucks — Nate Ament, PF, Tennessee
Versatile combo forward with size and mismatch scoring potential.

10. Chicago Bulls — Brayden Burries, SG, Arizona
Physical guard who can score downhill and knock down perimeter shots.

11. Golden State Warriors — Jayden Quaintance, C, Kentucky
High-upside defensive big with length, instincts and shot-blocking ability.

12. Portland Trail Blazers — Koa Peat, PF, Arizona
Physical forward with strength and interior scoring tools.

13. Miami Heat — Labaron Philon, PG, Alabama
Shot-creating guard with scoring punch and long-term upside.

14. Charlotte Hornets — Thomas Haugh, SF, Florida
Versatile wing who impacts winning without needing high usage.

15. Golden State Warriors — Chris Cenac Jr., PF, Houston
High-upside big with mobility, length and defensive versatility.

16. Memphis Grizzlies — Yaxel Lendeborg, PF, Michigan
Experienced, versatile forward who can fill multiple roles.

17. Oklahoma City Thunder — Bennett Stirtz, PG, Iowa
Skilled shooter and competitor who adds spacing and feel.

18. Charlotte Hornets — Christian Anderson, PG, Texas Tech
Cerebral playmaker with shooting and passing ability.

19. San Antonio Spurs — Karim Lopez, PF, Mexico
Rising international prospect with size and long-term upside.

20. Toronto Raptors — Hannes Steinbach, PF, Washington
Skilled big who can stretch the floor and play multiple frontcourt roles.

21. Philadelphia 76ers — Morez Johnson Jr., C, Michigan
Physical interior presence who provides depth and toughness.

22. Detroit Pistons — Cameron Carr, SG, Baylor
High-upside wing with athleticism and scoring tools.

23. Denver Nuggets — Aday Mara, C, Michigan
Massive center with rim protection and passing instincts.

24. Atlanta Hawks — Patrick Ngongba II, C, Duke
Lengthy big with rim protection and developing offensive skill.

25. Los Angeles Lakers — Motiejus Krivas, C, Arizona
Defensive-minded center who can anchor the paint and set strong screens.

26. New York Knicks — Flory Bidunga, C, Kansas
Athletic rim-runner and lob threat with defensive versatility.

27. Boston Celtics — Henri Veesaar, C, North Carolina
Skilled big who can stretch the floor and operate offensively.

28. Minnesota Timberwolves — Isaiah Evans, SG, Duke
Pure shooter with upside as a floor-spacer.

29. Cleveland Cavaliers — Amari Allen, SF, Alabama
Big, versatile wing who fits the modern two-way mold Cleveland needs.

30. Dallas Mavericks — Braylon Mullins, SG, UConn
Shooter with range and long-term upside as a complementary scorer.