2026 NBA Mock Draft: Full Two-Round Projections, Rising Stars to Watch.

Full 2026 NBA Mock Draft: Complete 60-Pick Predictions, Picks




With the 2026 NBA Draft set for June 23-24 at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, here is the latest full two-round mock draft. This projection is based on pre-draft workouts, conversations with league sources, advanced analytics, and team needs following the Knicks’ 2026 championship run.







2026 NBA Mock Draft Round 1


1. Washington Wizards

AJ Dybantsa | Wing | BYU | 6-9 | 7-1 wingspan | Age: 19

The Wizards are expected to take the NCAA scoring champion and Julius Erving Award winner. Dybantsa led the nation in unassisted points and exploded for 35 points and 10 rebounds in March Madness. He has star potential as a dynamic scorer and transition threat.

2. Utah Jazz

Cameron Boozer | Forward | Duke | 6-8 | 7-2 wingspan | Age: 18

Boozer earned national player of the year honors and brings winning pedigree. His consistency, skill set, and family ties to the Jazz (his father Carlos is a scout) make him a strong fit.


3. Memphis Grizzlies

Darryn Peterson | Guard | Kansas | 6-5 | 6-10 wingspan | Age: 19

Many evaluators still view Peterson as the most talented player in the class. His scoring efficiency at high usage makes him a potential franchise point guard who could accelerate a Memphis reset.


4. Chicago Bulls

Caleb Wilson | Big | North Carolina | 6-9 | 7-0 wingspan | Age: 19

Wilson is an elite athlete and physical presence who led the nation in dunks before his injury. He fits Chicago’s desire for size, length, and competitiveness.


5. Los Angeles Clippers (via Indiana)

Keaton Wagler | Guard | Illinois | 6-5 | 6-6 wingspan | Age: 19

A standout 3-point shooter (39.7%) and cerebral player who helped Illinois reach the Final Four. He projects as an ideal complement next to Darius Garland.

6. Brooklyn Nets

Mikel Brown Jr. | Guard | Louisville | 6-4 | 6-8 wingspan | Age: 20

Brown is a high-volume deep shooter with scoring bursts (including a 45-point game). He recently completed a second workout with Brooklyn.


7. Sacramento Kings

Darius Acuff Jr. | Guard | Arkansas | 6-2 | 6-7 wingspan | Age: 19

The SEC Player of the Year led the nation in points created and brings elite offensive creativity and transition ability.


8. Atlanta Hawks (via New Orleans)

Brayden Burries | Guard | Arizona | 6-4 | 6-6 wingspan | Age: 20

Burries is a productive, well-rounded guard who can defend, shoot off the dribble, and make plays. He had multiple 20+ point games in big moments.


9. Dallas Mavericks

Kingston Flemings | Guard | Houston | 6-3 | 6-4 wingspan | Age: 19

Flemings is one of the fastest guards in the class with elite speed and agility. He had several explosive scoring nights, including 42 points.

10. Milwaukee Bucks

Aday Mara | Big | Michigan | 7-3 | 7-6 wingspan | Age: 21

The elite rim protector and Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year gives Milwaukee a massive defensive presence with a 9-9 standing reach.

11. Golden State Warriors

Karim López | Forward | New Zealand (Intl.) | 6-8 | 7-0 wingspan | Age: 19

The top international prospect brings athleticism, defense, and productivity against pros in the NBL.


12. Oklahoma City Thunder (via Clippers)

Nate Ament | Wing | Tennessee | 6-10 | 7-0 wingspan | Age: 19

Ament is a high-upside wing with shooting and defensive versatility who had strong pre-draft workouts.


13. Miami Heat

Hannes Steinbach | Big | Washington | 6-10 | 7-2 wingspan | Age: 20

An instinctive rebounder and smart passer who turned down big NIL money to enter the draft.


14. Charlotte Hornets

Morez Johnson Jr. | Big | Michigan | 6-9 | 7-4 wingspan | Age: 20

A two-way force with elite athletic testing numbers and strong defensive instincts.


15. Chicago Bulls (via Portland)

Cameron Carr | Wing | Baylor | 6-5 | 7-1 wingspan | Age: 21

An explosive athlete who tested exceptionally well at the combine and brings shooting plus finishing ability.


16. Memphis Grizzlies (via Phoenix)

Yaxel Lendeborg | Forward | Michigan | 6-9 | 7-3 wingspan | Age: 23

One of the most NBA-ready players in the class after winning a national title.


17. Oklahoma City Thunder (via Philadelphia)

Chris Cenac Jr. | Big | Houston | 6-10 | 7-5 wingspan | Age: 19

A toolsy, mobile big with rebounding and defensive upside.


18. Charlotte Hornets (via Orlando)

Labaron Philon | Guard | Alabama | 6-3 | 6-6 wingspan | Age: 20

A scoring guard who improved his shooting and playmaking as a sophomore.


19. Toronto Raptors

Bennett Stirtz | Guard | Iowa | 6-3 | 6-6 wingspan | Age: 22

An elite shot creator and isolation scorer who fits Toronto’s pace.


20. San Antonio Spurs (via Atlanta)

Ebuka Okorie | Guard | Stanford | 6-1 | 6-8 wingspan | Age: 19

A high-scoring guard with excellent assist-to-turnover ratio and scoring flashes.


21. Detroit Pistons (via Minnesota)

Dailyn Swain | Wing | Texas | 6-7 | 6-10 wingspan | Age: 20

A versatile, breakout two-way wing with strong isolation skills.


22. Philadelphia 76ers (via Houston)

Joshua Jefferson | Wing | Iowa State | 6-8 | 6-11 wingspan | Age: 22

A smart, connective forward with improving shooting.


23. Atlanta Hawks (via Cleveland)

Jayden Quaintance | Big | Kentucky | 6-9 | 7-5 wingspan | Age: 18

An elite young defender with high upside despite recent injury history.


24. New York Knicks

Allen Graves | Forward | Santa Clara | 6-8 | 7-0 wingspan | Age: 20

A high-motor, productive forward who excels in rebounding and winning plays.


25. Los Angeles Lakers

Koa Peat | Wing | Arizona | 6-7 | 6-11 wingspan | Age: 19

An athletic, physical wing with rebounding and passing ability.


26. Denver Nuggets

Christian Anderson | Guard | Texas Tech | 6-1 | 6-6 wingspan | Age: 20

A high-IQ creator and improved playmaker who fits Denver’s system.


27. Boston Celtics

Isaiah Evans | Wing | Duke | 6-6 | 6-9 wingspan | Age: 20

A movement shooter and efficient scorer who fits Boston’s spacing needs.


28. Minnesota Timberwolves (via Detroit)

Meleek Thomas | Guard | Arkansas | 6-3 | 6-7 wingspan | Age: 19

A shot-making guard with solid size and efficiency.


29. Cleveland Cavaliers (via San Antonio)

Henri Veesaar | Forward | North Carolina | 6-11 | 7-2 wingspan | Age: 22

A skilled stretch big with efficient scoring and passing.


30. Dallas Mavericks (via Oklahoma City)

Tarris Reed Jr. | Big | UConn | 6-10 | 7-4 wingspan | Age: 22

A physical, experienced center who had a strong tournament showing.



Round 2 (Picks 31-60)


New York Knicks (via WAS): Zuby Ejiofor (St. John's)  

Memphis Grizzlies (via IND): Ugonna Onyenso (Virginia)  

Brooklyn Nets: Ryan Conwell (Louisville)  

Sacramento Kings: Trevon Brazile (Arkansas)  

San Antonio Spurs (via UTA): Alex Karaban (UConn)  

L.A. Clippers (via MEM): Sergio De Larrea (International)  

Oklahoma City Thunder (via DAL): Richie Saunders (BYU)  

Chicago Bulls (via NOP): Izaiyah Nelson (South Florida)  

Houston Rockets (via CHI): Baba Miller (Cincinnati)  

Boston Celtics (via MIL): Emanuel Sharp (Houston)  

Miami Heat (via GSW): Nick Martinelli (Northwestern)  

San Antonio Spurs (via POR): Felix Okpara (Tennessee)  

Brooklyn Nets (via LAC): Jack Kayil (ALBA Berlin)  

San Antonio Spurs (via MIA): Braden Smith (Purdue)  

Sacramento Kings (via CHA): Maliq Brown (Duke)  

Orlando Magic: Tyler Bilodeau (UCLA)  

Phoenix Suns (via PHI): Jaden Bradley (Arizona)  

Dallas Mavericks (via PHX): Milos Uzan (Houston)  

Denver Nuggets (via ATL): Dillon Mitchell (St. John's)  

Toronto Raptors: Bruce Thornton (Ohio State)  

Washington Wizards (via MIN): Ja'Kobi Gillespie (Tennessee)  

L.A. Clippers (via CLE): Nick Boyd (Wisconsin)  

Houston Rockets: Keyshawn Hall (Auburn)  

Golden State Warriors (via LAL): Tyler Nickel (Vanderbilt)  

New York Knicks: Rafael Castro (George Washington)  

Chicago Bulls (via DEN): Tobe Awaka (Arizona)  

Atlanta Hawks (via BOS): Kylan Boswell (Illinois)  

New Orleans Pelicans (via DET): Jaron Pierre Jr. (SMU)  

Minnesota Timberwolves (via SAS): Aaron Nkrumah (Tennessee State)  

Washington Wizards (via OKC): Tobi Lawal (Virginia Tech)


This mock draft will continue to shift as teams finalize decisions leading into draft night.



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