The 2026 NBA Draft is finally here.
With trade rumors flying, front offices making last-minute calls and plenty of uncertainty surrounding the top of the board, here’s our final projection for all 60 selections.
First Round
1. Wizards: AJ Dybantsa, F, BYU
Dybantsa remains the favorite to go first overall. He’s an explosive scorer with franchise-player potential and would give Washington another cornerstone alongside its young core.
2. Jazz: Darryn Peterson, G, Kansas
Utah lands arguably the best guard in the draft. Peterson’s size, scoring ability and playmaking make him one of the safest bets near the top of the board.
3. Grizzlies: Cameron Boozer, F, Duke
Boozer simply wins. He’s productive, versatile and NBA-ready. Memphis will be thrilled with him at No. 3.
4. Bulls: Caleb Wilson, F, North Carolina
Wilson plays with nonstop energy and athleticism. Chicago appears focused on adding toughness and upside, making him a logical fit.
5. Clippers: Keaton Wagler, G, Illinois
One of the biggest risers in this class. Wagler can score from anywhere and has drawn praise throughout the pre-draft process.
6. Nets: Mikel Brown Jr., G, Louisville
Brooklyn needs a lead guard, and Brown may be the most talented point guard available. His ceiling remains extremely high.
7. Kings: Darius Acuff Jr., G, Arkansas
Acuff’s offensive game is among the best in the class. Sacramento has been linked to him for months.
8. Hawks: Kingston Flemings, G, Houston
The Hawks continue adding young talent around Trae Young. Flemings’ speed and playmaking would be difficult to pass up.
9. Mavericks: Brayden Burries, G/F, Arizona
Burries is a polished scorer who continues to climb draft boards. Dallas could use another young perimeter piece.
10. Bucks: Nate Ament, F, Tennessee
Following the Giannis Antetokounmpo trade, Milwaukee may decide to swing big on upside. Ament certainly fits that description.
11. Warriors: Aday Mara, C, Michigan
Golden State desperately needs size. Mara could help immediately while also offering long-term upside.
12. Thunder: Morez Johnson Jr., F/C, Michigan
The defending champs don’t have many holes. Johnson gives them even more frontcourt depth and versatility.
13. Bucks: Labaron Philon Jr., G, Alabama
Milwaukee continues adding young pieces to its rebuild. Philon’s creativity with the ball makes him an intriguing option.
14. Hornets: Hannes Steinbach, F/C, Washington
One of the most productive big men in college basketball last season. Charlotte adds more size and rebounding.
15. Bulls: Yaxel Lendeborg, F, Michigan
Older than most prospects, but one of the most NBA-ready players available.
16. Grizzlies: Christian Anderson, G, Texas Tech
Elite shooting and strong playmaking make Anderson a nice fit in Memphis’ backcourt rotation.
17. Thunder: Karim Lopez, F, New Zealand Breakers
A versatile wing with international experience and plenty of room to grow.
18. Hornets: Allen Graves, F, Santa Clara
One of the analytical darlings of this draft class after a breakout season.
19. Raptors: Cam Carr, G/F, Baylor
Elite athleticism and upside. Toronto has never been afraid to bet on physical tools.
20. Spurs: Chris Cenac Jr., F/C, Houston
A developmental prospect with intriguing size and defensive potential.
21. Pistons: Bennett Stirtz, G, Iowa
Stirtz keeps climbing draft boards after a tremendous college career. Detroit could use another playmaker alongside Cade Cunningham.
22. 76ers: Dailyn Swain, F, Texas
A breakout performer who brings athleticism, defensive versatility and upside on the wing.
23. Hawks: Jayden Quaintance, F/C, Kentucky
The ACL injury creates some risk, but the talent is undeniable. Atlanta can afford to be patient.
24. Knicks: Tarris Reed Jr., C, UConn
The Knicks add size, toughness and a player who looks capable of helping right away.
25. Lakers: Henri Veesaar, C, North Carolina
Los Angeles continues searching for frontcourt help. Veesaar offers size and offensive versatility.
26. Nuggets: Isaiah Evans, G/F, Duke
One of the best pure shooters in the class. Denver adds another weapon around Nikola Jokic.
27. Celtics: Ebuka Okorie, G, Stanford
A major riser who can score in bunches and create offense off the bounce.
28. Nets: Sergio De Larrea, G, Valencia (Spain)
An intriguing international prospect known for his passing instincts and feel for the game.
29. Cavaliers: Meleek Thomas, G, Arkansas
Thomas can flat-out shoot it. Cleveland adds another young scorer to develop behind its veteran core.
30. Mavericks: Koa Peat, F, Arizona
Peat’s toughness and winning pedigree make him an appealing late first-round gamble.
Second Round
31. Knicks: Zuby Ejiofor, St. John’s
32. Grizzlies: Vsevolod Ishchenko, Lokomotiv Kuban
33. Timberwolves: Joshua Jefferson, Iowa State
34. Kings: Baba Miller, Cincinnati
35. Spurs: Alex Karaban, UConn
36. Clippers: Richie Saunders, BYU
37. Thunder: Jack Kayil, Alba Berlin
38. Bulls: Ryan Conwell, Louisville
39. Rockets: Emanuel Sharp, Houston
40. Celtics: Braden Smith, Purdue
41. Heat: Jaden Bradley, Arizona
42. Spurs: Dillon Mitchell, St. John’s
43. Nets: Rafael Castro, George Washington
44. Spurs: Izaiyah Nelson, South Florida
45. Kings: Bryce Hopkins, St. John’s
46. Magic: Trevon Brazile, Arkansas
47. Suns: Otega Oweh, Kentucky
48. Mavericks: Noam Yaacov, Oostende
49. Nuggets: Aaron Nkrumah, Tennessee State
50. Raptors: Jaden Henley, Grand Canyon
51. Wizards: Ja’Kobi Gillespie, Tennessee
52. Clippers: Tobe Awaka, Arizona
53. Rockets: Ugonna Onyenso, Virginia
54. Warriors: Kylan Boswell, Illinois
55. Knicks: Tyler Nickel, Vanderbilt
56. Bulls: Nick Martinelli, Northwestern
57. Hawks: Milos Uzan, Houston
58. Pelicans: Quadir Copeland, NC State
59. Timberwolves: Tobi Lawal, Virginia Tech
60. Wizards: Graham Ike, Gonzaga
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