NBA Mock Draft: Second Round

Day 1 of the 2026 NBA Draft is history. But hey, we still have another day. Here are the best guesses as to who could go where in the second round, based on other mocks and conversations with several scouts.

2026 NBA Mock Draft: Second Round

31. Knicks: Henri Veesaar, North Carolina — Skilled stretch big man who can score inside and out and has the size to develop into a useful frontcourt rotation piece.
32. Grizzlies: Isaiah Evans, Duke — One of the better shooters in the class, with the size and scoring ability to intrigue teams looking for wing depth.
33. Timberwolves: Baba Miller, Cincinnati — Versatile 7-footer with ball skills and defensive upside whose long-term value will hinge on continued development.
34. Cavaliers: Dillon Mitchell, St. John’s — Athletic, defense-first forward who impacts games with energy, rebounding and versatility.
35. Nuggets: Meleek Thomas, Arkansas — Competitive combo guard with size and shooting touch who has room to grow as a creator.
36. Clippers: Jack Kayil, Alba Berlin — Young international guard with intriguing offensive upside and plenty of developmental potential.
37. Thunder: Emanuel Sharp, Houston — Reliable shooter and defender who projects as a classic depth piece off an NBA bench.
38. Bulls: Richie Saunders, BYU — Experienced wing shooter whose floor spacing and toughness could help him carve out a role.
39. Rockets: Ryan Conwell, Louisville — Tough, confident scorer who can stretch the floor and provide offensive punch.
40. Celtics: Braden Smith, Purdue — Productive playmaker and proven winner who overcomes size concerns with skill and competitiveness.
41. Heat: Ja’Kobi Gillespie, Tennessee — Aggressive scoring guard capable of heating up from deep and bringing energy on both ends.
42. Spurs: Bruce Thornton, Ohio State — Efficient, low-turnover guard whose polished offensive game could translate to a backup role.
43. Nets: Felix Okpara, Tennessee — Athletic big man who runs the floor, protects the rim and provides dependable frontcourt depth.
44. Spurs: Izaiyah Nelson, South Florida — Active rebounder and defensive playmaker who thrives doing the dirty work around the basket.
45. Kings: Trevon Brazile, Arkansas — Athletic stretch big who combines shot-blocking ability with perimeter shooting potential.
46. Magic: Vsevolod Ishchenko, Lokomotiv Kuban — Intriguing international prospect with size, shooting touch and developing two-way skills.
47. Knicks: Ugonna Onyenso, Virginia — Elite rim protector whose defensive presence gives him a chance to carve out a role.
48. Mavericks: Aaron Nkrumah, Tennessee State — Defensive-minded wing who creates turnovers and plays with relentless energy.
49. Nuggets: Jaden Bradley, Arizona — Steady floor general and strong defender who consistently makes winning plays.
50. Raptors: Milos Uzan, Houston — Experienced combo guard with size, passing instincts and the versatility to fit multiple lineups.
51. Wizards: Tobe Awaka, Arizona — Physical rebounder and high-motor big man who embraces his role and competes every possession. 
52. Clippers: Quadir Copeland, NC State — Big playmaking guard with impressive vision and intriguing developmental upside.
53. Rockets: Tre Donaldson, Miami — Athletic, attacking guard whose explosiveness and toughness stand out.
54. Warriors: Nick Martinelli, Northwestern — Tough, productive scorer who consistently found ways to impact games in college.
55. Knicks: Tyler Nickel, Vanderbilt — Proven shooter with size who projects as a floor-spacing wing at the next level.
56. Bulls: Bryce Hopkins, St. John’s — Versatile forward with a well-rounded game and the talent to outperform his draft position.
57. Hawks: Maliq Brown, Duke — Defensive specialist whose versatility and instincts make him an intriguing developmental option.
58. Pelicans: Noam Yaacov, Oostende — Crafty international point guard with strong pick-and-roll skills and playmaking feel.
59. Timberwolves: Tyler Bilodeau, UCLA — One of the best shooting big men in the class and an intriguing floor-spacing prospect.
60. Wizards: Tobi Lawal, Virginia Tech — Elite athlete who rebounds, blocks shots and brings plenty of energy around the rim.