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New 2026 NBA Mock Draft Projections with Lottery Odds Set
The NBA lottery odds for the 2026 NBA draft are officially set. The Washington Wizards, Indiana Pacers and Brooklyn Nets will each have a 14.0 percent chance at owning the No. 1 overall pick.
With the league's worst record, the Wizards can't fall below No. 5, a pick they have a 47.9 percent chance of landing.
Underclassmen will now gather as much information as possible regarding draft stock and NIL opportunities. G League Elite Camp and NBA combine invitations go out in the next few weeks.
NCAA players have until May 27 to withdraw from the draft and maintain their eligibility for next season.
1. Washington Wizards: AJ Dybantsa (BYU)
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Position: SF | Size: 6'9", ~210 lbs | Age: 19
Pro Comp: Jaylen Brown
Despite the early NCAA tournament exit, AJ Dybantsa went out with a 35-point game against Texas to secure his NCAA leading scoring title.
While Darryn Peterson and Cameron Boozer will remain in the No. 1 overall conversation, Dybantsa's case right now has the fewest holes. His production is backed up by a 60.0 true shooting percentage and plenty of second-half highlights and sequences that highlight the ability to carry a team and take over a game.
At 6'9", his assist percentage is nearly double Peterson's. And while it's difficult to nitpick anything in Boozer's statistical profile, scouts still wonder how much he can dominate at the next level without plus positional size, elite burst or the kind of defensive tools and traits teams usually look for in a big.
Dybantsa's 6.9 three-point attempts per 100 possessions, 33.1 percent clip and 2-of-16 mark on long twos are worth looking into. But Dybantsa finished at 52.3 percent on mid-range jumpers, 77.4 percent on free-throws and 42.2 percent on floaters. Along with special footwork and release points for self-creation, his shotmaking ability and touch look historically advanced for a freshman wing.
No team competing for the No. 1 pick will have any roster logjam or fit questions when considering Dybantsa.
2. Indiana Pacers: Darryn Peterson (Kansas)
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Position: SG | Size: 6'6", 205 lbs | Age: 19
Pro Comp: Anthony Edwards
A productive yet confusing freshman season came to an end for Darryn Peterson after St. John's buzzer-beater in the Round of 32.
Despite all the controversy around his injuries and in-game tapouts earlier in the season, he still averaged 20.2 points on 43.8 percent shooting (38.2 percent from three) while playing 29.0 minutes a game. Peterson's shotmaking skill remains as exciting as it seemed at Prolific Prep.
We also learned he's very comfortable scoring from off the ball, a good sign considering his ball-dominant role at Prolific Prep. He posted productive and efficient numbers playing a lot of reps out of spot-ups, running around screens and taking dribble handoffs.
The case for Peterson over Dybantsa revolves around his superior range, quicker defense and more off-ball skills, plus the chance that he'll look more explosive with better spacing and healthier legs a year from now.
Plus, concerns over the cramping have seemingly faded with Peterson playing over 30 minutes a game over the last month.
Falling from No. 1 to No. 2 or 3 may be caused more by issues with his decision-making and shot selection. Since his 18 points in 20 minutes against Dybantsa on February 2, Peterson shot 39.2 percent from the floor, often relying on difficult, contested jumpers. He also dropped to 51.9 percent finishing on layups, a number that could be caused by a variety of things, including poor spacing, overconfidence in his shooting and legs that aren't likely at full strength.
At this point with the predraft process approaching, whether he goes No. 1, No. 2 or even No. 3 will come down to the eye of the pick's beholder, as there doesn't seem to be any consensus right now when ranking Peterson versus Dybantsa and Boozer.
3. Brooklyn Nets: Cameron Boozer (Duke)
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Position: PF | Size: 6'9", 250 lbs | Age: 18
Pro Comp: Kevin Love
Cameron Boozer's 27 points weren't enough to hold off a historic Connecticut comeback. Now the question entering the draft process is whether his production, skill level, versatility and intangibles will be enough to ease concerns over his athletic or defensive limitations when AJ Dybantsa, Darryn Peterson and Caleb Wilson may be on the board.
There isn't much left Boozer can show to change the minds of scouts who visualize more upside with Dybantsa, Darryn Peterson or Wilson.
He's shooting better from three (39.1 percent) on higher volume than Dybantsa, has a 26.0 assist percentage that tops Peterson, Dybantsa and lottery guards like Keaton Wagler and Brayden Burries, and grades in Synergy Sports' 90th percentile or better in ball‑screen and isolation possessions. Even with that profile, there is still lingering concern about his lack of quickness, vertical pop and defensive projection.
The 18-year-old with two FIBA MVPs and Gold Medals, four high school state championships and three EYBL Peach Jam titles could have led Duke to a national championship, and there will still be evaluators who'll worry that he'll lack the height or athleticism to continue creating advantages in the NBA.
But there's also a bandwagon of Boozer believers who simply buy the results, intangibles, in-game problem-solving and expanding versatility with his ball-handling and shooting. Though it's going to take a specific general manager for him to go No. 1, No. 3 still does seem like a worst-case outcome.
Boozer could go No. 1, 2 or 3, depending on how each of those teams' general managers define and prioritize upside.
4. Utah Jazz: Caleb Wilson (North Carolina)
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Position: PF | Size: 6'10", 215 lbs | Age: 19
Pro Comp: Jermaine O'Neal
Caleb Wilson's season-ending thumb injury was a big blow to North Carolina's postseason hopes. It won't hurt his draft stock, aside from eliminating extra opportunities to strengthen his case over the perceived "Big Three".
Widely viewed as the No. 4 prospect or a top-five lock, Wilson exceeded expectations with the effectiveness (19.8 points, 9.4 boards, 2.7 assists, 1.5 steals, 1.4 blocks) of his athleticism, transition ball-handling, two-point shotmaking, passing and defensive playmaking.
He's No. 3 in the country in box plus-minus, an analytic that helps back up the production.
If No. 4 has fears about Wilson, it will revolve around his weak three-point range and trouble converting off his own self-created drives.
5. Sacramento Kings: Darius Acuff Jr. (Arkansas)
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Position: PG/SG | Size: 6'3", 190 lbs | Age: 18
Pro Comp: Stephon Marbury
Perceptions of Darius Acuff Jr. have shifted over the last two months. After averaging 27.8 points and 6.7 assists while consistently carrying Arkansas during important stretches, he's poked enough holes in the belief that limited size, athleticism and defensive resistance cap his ceiling.
Since February, he's executed with the level of skill, scoring variety, decision-making, clutch play and impact for scouts to buy the results and likelihood that he's different or an outlier. He picked apart practically every defense and scheme with ball-handling and pacing to create advantages, shooting off the dribble or movement and sound passing reads.
Scouts acknowledge that Acuff does not project favorably defensively. And still, the growing excitement and confidence around his creation, shotmaking, finishing craft, playmaking IQ and intangibles has some picturing a special offensive prospect.
6. Memphis Grizzlies: Keaton Wagler (Illinois)
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Position: PG/SG | Size: 6'6", 180 lbs | Age: 19
Pro Comp: Jamal Murray
Support for Keaton Wagler has grown steadily since early in the season when scouts were mostly unfamiliar with his game. His credibility only improved during the NCAA tournament after he led Illinois to a Final Four appearance after scoring 25 points against Iowa.
Despite the loss to Connecticut, he impressed again with 20 points, making five of his six two-point attempts.
His shooting at this stage is well documented and highly convincing. If there is a concern with Wagler, it's the lack of strength and explosion inside the arc, but he compensated effectively against the Huskies using his signature change of pace, deceleration and a crafty layup package on his drives.
The athletic and physical limitations could keep Wagler out of the top five, but it's become easier and easier to bet on him problem-solving stronger defenders with potent shotmaking, quick processing and IQ/maturity.
7. Atlanta Hawks (via Pelicans): Kingston Flemings (Houston)
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Position: PG | Size: 6'4", 190 lbs | Age: 19
Pro Comp: De'Aaron Fox
Kingston Flemings has become a very popular prospect with a comforting mix of physical tools, burst, pull-up shooting, playmaking IQ and late clock/game maturity.
If there are concerns, they're mostly about his ceiling—there isn't a long list of first-round success stories of prospects who shoot fewer than 6.0 threes per 100 possessions and have a free-throw rate under 30.0. He struggled late in the season against Illinois, Arizona and Kansas settling for contested two-point jumpers.
Still, it sounds like he's locked into the top-10 mix, with scouts confident in a 6'4" ball-handler with a pro-level mid-range game, a 38.8 percent three-point shot, an 84.3 free-throw percentage, an outstanding assist-to-turnover ratio and promising defensive tools.
8. Dallas Mavericks: Mikel Brown Jr. (Louisville)
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Position: PG/SG | Size: 6'5", 180 lbs | Age: 18
Pro Comp: Tyler Herro
Mikel Brown Jr.'s season ended early, and teams will have to investigate the back injury that has kept him out.
Just evaluating his play alone this season, the results were mixed, though he showcased clear NBA type shotmaking and creativity behind the 18.2 points and 4.7 assists per game.
The ability to explode for 45 points in a game really highlights his lightning-rod style offense and confidence. But consistency was a problem for Brown. In eight of 21 games, he shot under 35.0 percent.
Between a shot diet consisting of a lot of rushed deep or contested jump shots, and a poor assist-to-turnover ratio, he may have teams picturing more of offensive spark or specialist, rather than a lead guard/decision-maker.
9. Chicago Bulls: Braylon Mullins (UConn)
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Position: SG | Size: 6'6", 196 lbs | Age: 19
Pro Comp: Aaron Nesmith
One shot won't change a player's draft stock, but on Braylon Mullins' game-winning three against Duke that came from well beyond the arc, his effortless range and confidence were evident. He took and buried a 40-footer in rhythm without altering his mechanics for a heave.
Mullins went on to have a strong Final Four, delivering his signature mix of shotmaking and athletic/hustle plays that separate him from off-ball shooting specialists.
He's trending upward entering a predraft process that he can excel in with his stroke and athleticism.
10. Milwaukee Bucks: Labaron Philon Jr. (Alabama)
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Position: PG | Size: 6'4", 185 lbs | Age: 20
Pro Comp: Dejounte Murray
Labaron Philon gave Michigan 35 points in his final game, capping off a breakout season fueled by improved shooting and finishing.
His identity still revolves around dribble creativity and getting to spots. Philon has dangerous change of speed, deceleration ability and handles, and now he's more advanced isolation and ball-screen scorer with his pull-up game and craft around the rim.
11. Golden State Warriors: Brayden Burries (Arizona)
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Position: SG | Size: 6'4", 205 lbs | Age: 20
Pro Comp: Quentin Grimes
Brayden Burries' first four NCAA tournament performances felt on brand. He efficiently combined for 71 points on just 38 shots, scoring opportunistically within Arizona's offense, aside from a deep, iso three-pointer that sunk Utah State late in Sunday's game.
He had a rare off game against Michigan, where he simply struggled to convert jumpers that appeared to be in his wheelhouse.
Though not super creative, he's the type of guard who doesn't need flash to get to the rim or hit pull-ups, floaters and threes. He has been super efficient in ball-screen situations getting downhill and shooting in the mid-range. He's had lots of success attacking closeouts and space in transition, using his frame well to shield defenders and create easy finishing angles.
Certain evaluators just may have a difficult time picturing upside in a 6'4", limited playmaker.
12. Oklahoma City Thunder (via Clippers): Yaxel Lendeborg (Michigan)
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Position: PF | Size: 6'9", 240 lbs | Age: 23
Pro Comp: Aaron Gordon
NBA teams weren't going to learn anything new about a healthy Yaxel Lendeborg in the Final Four. If anything, he may have earned bonus points for competitiveness, playing 36 minutes on a bad knee.
His offensive versatility has been on NBA radars for years; after starring at UAB, he transferred to Michigan and helped the Wolverines win a national title, validating his production against the highest level of competition.
An improved shooter and defender who passes and rebounds, Lendeborg should look highly adaptable and easy to fit for most NBA teams.
13. Miami Heat: Karim Lopez (New Zealand Breakers)
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Position: PF | Size: 6'8", 225 lbs | Age: 18 | Country: Mexico
Pro Comp: Franz Wagner
Karim Lopez had a productive season in the NBL, building on last year's flashes with more signs of expanding scoring versatility and physical growth.
He's being discussed in the same range/tier as NCAA prospects expected to compete for looks in the late lottery.
Though not the most convincing creator or shooter, he's had encouraging sequences in the NBL (before turning 20) making rhythm threes, handling the ball, passing it and using tools/toughness through contact inside.
14. Charlotte Hornets: Aday Mara (Michigan)
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Position: C | Size: 7'3", 255 lbs | Age: 20 | Country: Spain
Pro Comp: Roy Hibbert
Michigan's NCAA tournament run shined light on Aday Mara's defensive impact, advantageous finishing tools and unique skill level. Aside from the constant shot-contesting around the paint and rim, he gave the lineup significant offense as a lob target, low-post player and passer.
Turnovers, limited switchability and dreadful free-throw shooting will turn teams off, but he's established himself as too rare of a player, even if he winds up being more of a situational center.
15. Chicago Bulls (via Blazers): Nate Ament (Tennessee)
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Position: SF | Size: 6'10", 207 lbs | Age: 19
Pro Comp: Zaccharie Risacher
Nate Ament had a mixed postseason, highlighted by shotmaking flashes, creativity, issues converting drives and struggles against physical defense.
There will always be demand and patience when it comes to 6'10" wings with shoot-dribble-pass skill sets, and Ament has at least 19 made field goals in ball-screen, isolation, spot-up and movement off-screen situations. He's getting to the line at a strong rate, yet he isn't a black hole, averaging 2.3 assists.
The case against Ament questions if the shooting will be good enough to offset projected issues around a lack of explosion and strength for turning the corner and finishing.
The case for him shows a mismatch and three-level scorer who can get his shot off cleanly at will due to positional height and release point.
16. Memphis Grizzlies (via Magic): Jayden Quaintance (Kentucky)
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Position: PF | Size: 6'10", 255 lbs | Age: 18
Pro Comp: Derrick Favors
Jayden Quaintance lasted four games for Kentucky after trying to return 10 months after last year's torn ACL. Scouts aren't banking on seeing him again this year, which creates a tricky evaluation and draft decision for a sophomore who's still younger than most freshmen.
The long-term ceiling that looked so appealing at Arizona State hasn't changed. But with questions around his availability, health and current stage of development, it's becoming more likely that he could lose support from certain teams desperate for a sure thing.
At full strength, Quaintance looks like an outstanding defensive prospect due to his frame, length and shot-blocking rate. He was always behind offensively, but he's delivered enough flashes of low-post touch, driving ability and shotmaking for scouts to picture some long-term scoring potential to unlock.
17. Charlotte Hornets (via Suns): Koa Peat (Arizona)
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Position: PF | Size: 6'8", 235 lbs | Age: 19
Pro Comp: Rui Hachimura
Koa Peat helped Arizona reach the Final Four with consecutive 20-point games against Arkansas and Purdue.
He was less effective against Connecticut, a game that shined light on Peat's lack of explosion and size when going up against Michigan's NBA-sized frontcourt.
At this stage, his strength and weaknesses are well-defined, with Peat producing mostly off play-finishing, strength, short fallaways and the occasional line-drive. His passing and defensive versatility can make him a more well-rounded player.
However, the lack of shooting range, creativity and height have made scouts question his NBA ceiling.
18. Oklahoma City Thunder (via 76ers): Thomas Haugh (Florida)
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Position: SF/PF | Size: 6'9", 215 lbs | Age: 22
Pro Comp: Jeff Green
Thomas Haugh's draft case revolves more around fit than upside. It seems more likely his suitors will be playoff contenders who see the right puzzle piece, rather than rebuilding teams willing to wait on long-term potential.
He continues to hit threes, deliver above-the-rim finishes and give scouts the occasional flash of creation into drives or dribble jumpers. Haugh has earned the plug-and-play label with 6'9" size, shooting, athleticism and IQ/hustle.
19. San Antonio Spurs (via Hawks): Hannes Steinbach (Washington)
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Position: C | Size: 6'11" | Age: 19 | Country: Germany
Pro Comp: Zach Collins
Hannes Steinbach's freshman year ended after he averaged 21.1 points and 12.9 rebounds over Washington's final eight games.
There will be teams uninterested in a center who doesn't offer added rim protection. But Steinbach's skill, hands, nose for the ball and IQ are advanced for a 6'11" teenager. And there have been enough signs of athleticism/footwork in the open floor and shotmaking for scouts to picture another level of offensive upside.
20. Toronto Raptors: Ebuka Okorie (Stanford)
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Position: PG | Size: 6'2", 185 lbs | Age: 19
Pro Comp: Dennis Schroder
A loaded point guard class gets even deeper if Ebuka Okorie declares.
Teams have begun to take the 6'2" guard seriously now that we're entering March and he's still fifth in the country in scoring.
His range sounds wide, a reflection of the divide among scouts who either see too much production, creativity and shotmaking to write off, or an undersized, ball-dominant scorer in a draft saturated with quality ball-handlers.
If he does stay in, it will likely be because he'll hear enough teams willing to buy the effectiveness of his ball-handling quickness for creating advantages and rim pressure, plus a confident pull-up game, soft floater touch and flashes of below-the-rim finishing craft.
His assist numbers don't pop the way scouts may want them to, but he's carrying a major workload as a No. 1 option, and an 8.1 turnover percentage on 31.0 percent usage is outstanding.
21. Detroit Pistons (via Timberwolves): Cameron Carr (Baylor)
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Position: SG | Size: 6'5", 175 lbs | Age: 20
Pro Comp: Devin Vassell
Consistency and a high release have helped Cameron Carr's shotmaking look very persuasive. With 37 dunks and 31 blocks at 6'5", the combination of shooting skills and athleticism should help Carr appear very safe and easy to project.
22. Atlanta Hawks (via Cavaliers): Amari Allen (Alabama)
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Position: SF/PF | Size: 6'8", 205 lbs | Age: 19
Pro Comp: Wilson Chandler
Teams are taking Amari Allen seriously. Scouts expect he'll test the draft process, and with 6'8" size, a 38.5 three-point percentage, 7.3 boards and 3.3 assists per game, there are bound to be first-round suitors coveting a big wing with a shoot-dribble-pass skill set.
23. Philadelphia 76ers (via Rockets): Christian Anderson (Texas Tech)
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Position: PG | Size: 6'3", 178 lbs | Age: 19
Country: USA/Germany
Pro Comp: Darius Garland
An outstanding sophomore year for Christian Anderson ended on a poor note. He struggled to create opportunities for himself against Alabama's defense, and if there is concern with Anderson, it's that he lacks the frame and burst to get to the rim or draw fouls.
However, he's one of the top shooting prospects in this draft, and he's developed into a savvy playmaker with an admirable mindset and passing skill.
24. New York Knicks: Chris Cenac Jr. (Houston)
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Position: PF | Size: 6'11", 240 lbs | Age: 18
Pro Comp: Bobby Portis
A mixed finish for Chris Cenac Jr. didn't alter any scouting reports or projections. It was already clear what he does well, where he's limited and what role he projects to play at the next level.
Where he'll wind up on boards will come down to teams' belief in his shooting. When he's scoring, he's making catch-and-shoot jumpers around the key and behind the arc. The shotmaking combined with his finishing tools, rebounding and defensive motor creates a stretch 4 archetype that's often in demand and easy to fit.
Cenac just doesn't create or pass, so his margin for error is limited. And he shot just 30-of-90 on threes and 62.1 percent from the free-throw line at Houston.
25. Los Angeles Lakers: Meleek Thomas (Arkansas)
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Position: PG/SG | Size: 6'5", 185 lbs | Age: 19
Pro Comp: Jordan Clarkson
Meleek Thomas got off to an excellent start in the NCAA tournament with his shotmaking and efficiency. He's played with confidence easy to see just by watching his shot diet and how decisive he looks rising up into jumpers.
Though there would be more interest in Thomas if he was able to showcase some playmaking, NBA teams could see late first-round value around his potential to provide instant offense, spot-up shooting and active defense off the bench.
26. Denver Nuggets: Morez Johnson Jr. (Michigan)
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Position: PF | Size: 6'9", 250 lbs | Age: 19
Pro Comp: Montrezl Harrell
Morez Johnson Jr. will have a very clear, defined job in the NBA, and he easily has the tools, athleticism and motor to execute in that role.
At 6'9", 250 pounds, his combination of strength, leaping and coordination should continue to work well finishing rim runs, lobs, putbacks and low-post opportunities.
And there should be equal expected value (or more) tied to his defensive projection, given his toughness inside and foot speed away from the basket.
27. Boston Celtics: Bennett Stirtz (Iowa)
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Position: PG | Size: 6'4", 190 lbs | Age: 22
Pro Comp: Malcolm Brogdon
Bennett Stirtz's college career is over after guiding Iowa to a surprise Elite Eight appearance.
Scouts have to decide how much the advanced shotmaking and touch can offset some of the struggles he has creating easy separation against length.
Stirtz was forced to take some difficult shots against Florida, but he's also converted 90 dribble jumpers on the year and 70.2 percent of his rim finishes. And he's one of the class' most accurate catch-and-shoot guards at 50.8 percent.
28. Minnesota Timberwolves (via Pistons): Dailyn Swain (Texas)
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Position: PG | Size: 6'8", 220 lbs | Age: 20
Pro Comp: Herb Jones
There's been a brighter spotlight on Dailyn Swain, particularly after Texas won three NCAA tournament games.
His NBA role will likely differ from the one he plays now, where he's often handling the ball in ball screen and transition situations. But he'll certainly be able to use the skills he's developed to become a more well-rounded Swiss Army knife, specifically his improved creation, pull-up game, floater and passing.
Between his explosiveness for finishing, 3.5 assists per game, scoring off the dribble and defensive playmaking, scouts are taking Swain seriously.
29. Cleveland Cavaliers (via Spurs): Motiejus Krivas (Arizona)
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Position: C | Size: 7'2", 260 lbs | Age: 21
Country: Lithuania
Pro Comp: Ivica Zubac
Motiejus Krivas would draw NBA interest if he declared or have a clean path to the 2027 first round if he returned. A tough decision will await the 7'2", 260-pound anchor who's given up just five field goals around Arizona's basket all year.
Krivas possesses massive size and strength for rim protection, while his 80.9 free-throw percentage indicates unique paint touch for a player with such overwhelming physical tools.
30. Dallas Mavericks (via OKC): Juke Harris (Wake Forest)
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Position: SF | Size: 6'7", 200 lbs | Age: 20
Pro Comp: Aaron Wiggins
Interest in Juke Harris has gradually grown with the consistent shotmaking and frequent trips to the free-throw line. He's averaged 21.4 points, scoring efficiently with spot-up and movement shooting and aggressive transition and dribble handoff drives that showcase his long strides, length and paint touch.
The unpredictable breakout had scouts hesitant to buy in early in the season, but Harris has performed well against top-50 teams (11.3 BPM).
He's now generating first-round buzz as teams begin to buy the NBA wing physical profile, off-ball scoring, defensive playmaking tools and fearless energy.
31. New York Knicks (via Wizards): Isaiah Evans (Duke)
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Position: SF | Size: 6'6", 180 lbs | Age: 19
Pro Comp: Jordan Hawkins
There have been signs of Isaiah Evans' improved burst for slashing to the rim. Regardless, he'll be eyed by teams for his off-ball shooting, which has looked similar to last year, only with double the minutes and shots.
32. Memphis Grizzlies (via Pacers): Patrick Ngongba II (Duke)
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Position: C | Size: 6'11", 250 lbs | Age: 19
Pro Comp: Jonas Valanciunas
Patrick Ngongba II returning from a foot injury was a very encouraging sign.
The tape shows outstanding instincts and processing. There will be certain NBA teams drawn to his passing and ability to facilitate from inside the defense, where he anticipates cutting opportunities and moves the ball quickly to shooters.
Ngongba isn't the most exciting scoring prospect, but between his finishing tools, assisting, rim protection and flashes of shooting range, he has the chance to check an interesting mix of boxes.
33. Brooklyn Nets: Tounde Yessoufou (Baylor)
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Position: SG/SF | Size: 6'5", 215 lbs | Age: 19
Country: USA/Benin
Pro Comp: Cam Whitmore
Even with his shooting on and off throughout the season, Tounde Yessoufou remained consistently productive tapping into his physical tools and athleticism for driving, transition finishing, offensive rebounding and defensive playmaking.
But there have been enough flashes of shotmaking—like during his 37-point eruption against BYU—for NBA teams to feel optimistic about his perimeter development.
Non-playmaking wings typically need to be threatening or reliable shooters, making Yessoufou's three-point stroke an important swing skill.
34. Sacramento Kings: Allen Graves (Santa Clara)
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Position: PF | Size: 6'9", 225 lbs | Age: 19
Pro Comp: Boris Diaw
Scouts started to pick up on Allen Graves midway through the year due to his unique statistical profile that includes three-point shooting (41.9 percent) and unique steal (4.9 percent), block (4.9 percent) and offensive rebounding (13.8 percent) rates.
He finished sixth in the country in box plus-minus behind Cameron Boozer, Yaxel Lendeborg, Zuby Ejiofor, Aday Mara and Caleb Wilson. An analytical standout, Graves has also flashed coveted, two-way versatility for a 6'9" freshman. Scouts will be discussing how much his shotmaking, instincts and impact should outweigh his limited explosion and impressive numbers against a weaker strength of schedule.
Scouts expected he'd be back as a transfer-up candidate to a power conference school, where he'd be able to prove himself against more credible opponents. He could also stand to improve his body and various athletic traits. But Graves has declared for the draft, and now he'll become one of the more interesting prospects to evaluate during through the NBA combine, workouts and interviews.
35. San Antonio Spurs (via Jazz): Luigi Suigo (Mega)
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Position: C | Size: 7'2", 250 lbs | Age: 19
Pro Comp: Ryan Kalkbrenner
NBA teams are always monitoring Mega, and this year they'll be considering Luigi Suigo with one of their late first or second-round picks.
A season-high 23 points against KK Crvena Zvezda highlighted his 7'2" size and mobility for finishing lobs and putting back misses. But he also hit three three-pointers, and if NBA teams think there may be something there with Suigo's shooting potential, he figures to draw serious consideration in the 40s and 50s.
36. Los Angeles Clippers (via Grizzlies): Tarris Reed Jr. (Connecticut)
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Position: C | Size: 6'11", 265 lbs | Age: 22
Pro Comp: Day'Ron Sharpe
Tarris Reed Jr. dominated stretches of games to the Final Four with his 265-pound frame, paint footwork and rim protection.
Though more of an old-school big, he's put himself in the draft discussion with production generated from NBA tools for finishing and shot-blocking, low-post skill, offensive instincts and passing IQ.
37. Oklahoma City Thunder (via Mavericks): Sergio de Larrea (Valencia)
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Position: SG | Size: 6'5", 175 lbs | Age: 19
Country: Spain
Pro Comp: Bogdan Bogdanovic
Sergio de Larrea's role and production aren't up much from last year, but he's received some newer experience in EuroLeague, and he's maintained the same, strong three-point and assist percentages that put him on the radar last year.
There will be second-round interest in a 6'5" combo guard who can make plays with the ball and shoot.
38. Chicago Bulls (via Pelicans): Henri Veesaar (North Carolina)
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Position: C | Size: 7'0", 225 lbs | Age: 21
Country: Estonia
Pro Comp: Nikola Vucevic
Henri Veesaar became one of the draft's top play-finishers who also hit 40 three-pointers.
He doesn't block many shots for a 7-footer, but offensively, he has become incredibly productive and efficient with a translatable and coveted inside-out scoring package.
39. Houston Rockets (via Bulls): Alijah Arenas (USC)
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Position: SG | Size: 6'6", 199 lbs | Age: 19
Pro Comp: Jalen Green
Considering Alijah Arenas' offseason injury and delayed start to the season, scouts will forgive the shooting percentages. He scored 29 points in his fifth game and then 24 points, including a game-winning drive at Penn State to follow up.
Still, most of his performances so far have been inefficient due to reckless shot selection and poor shooting.
The tape shows eye-opening self-creation with sharp handles, shiftiness and footwork. He has joystick movement, getting to spots and keeping defenders off balance. But he also looks far from NBA-ready, which is to be expected, and if he does declare this June, he'd need a patient team willing to wait longer for results.
40. Boston Celtics (via Bucks): Zuby Ejiofor (St. John's)
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Position: PF/C | Size: 6'9", 245 lbs | Age: 21
Pro Comp: Jonathan Mogbo
Zuby Ejiofor's production has remained consistent and powered by quickness, strength and effort.
He's going to mainly earn NBA looks for a team that values his energy, physicality and defensive activity. But Ejiofor has flashed enough shotmaking, face-up drives and post moves to potentially provide bonus offense at the next level.
NBA teams will ultimately pay close attention to his pre-draft measurements.
41. Miami Heat (via Warriors): Joshua Jefferson (Iowa State)
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Position: PF | Size: 6'9", 240 lbs | Age: 22
Pro Comp: Kyle Anderson
An ankle injury is costing Joshua Jefferson NCAA tournament games and more chances to make an impression before the draft process.
Improved shooting and a new playmaking role have turned him into a complete player and believable NBA prospect. Aside from the improved three-point efficiency, his passing has really popped the most, particularly for a 6'9", 240-pound forward. But he's tough around the basket with strength and touch, and he's quick and smart defensively.
There will be NBA teams that would rather target youth and upside, but Jefferson has turned himself into a popular name with so much versatility and adaptability.
42. San Antonio Spurs (via Blazers): Alex Karaban (Connecticut)
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Position: SF/PF | Size: 6'8", 230 lbs | Age: 22
Pro Comp: Sam Hauser
NBA teams will eye Alex Karaban for the same role he played during Connecticut's three Final Four runs. He has some fans for his ability to make spot-up and movement threes, cut through defenses and play mistake-free ball.
43. Brooklyn Nets (via Clippers): Alex Condon (Florida)
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Position: PF/C | Size: 6'11", 230 lbs | Age: 21 | Country: Australia
Pro Comp: Meyers Leonard
Alex Condon's shooting hasn't taken off this year, but he's become a tougher inside scoring threat and a more aware passer.
At 6'11", 230 pounds, the play-finishing, low-post offense and vision will earn him looks, but they'll occur much earlier in the draft if we start seeing more drives past closeouts and made threes.
44. San Antonio Spurs (via Heat): Rueben Chinyelu (Florida)
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Position: C | Size: 6'10", 265 lbs | Age: 22 | Country: Nigeria
Pro Comp: Bismack Biyombo
The defensive tape of Rueben Chinyelu's rim protection and foot speed in space may be extremely enticing to certain NBA teams.
He's also one of the most productive rebounders in the draft class, should he make himself eligible. If he does, there figures to be interest from teams that see useful center depth in the second round.
45. Sacramento Kings (via Hornets): Ryan Conwell (Louisville)
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Position: SG | Size: 6'4", 215 lbs | Age: 21
Pro Comp: Ochai Agbaji
Ryan Conwell could have enough positional size and shotmaking skill for a shooting specialist role. He's been streaky with a green light in a high-powered offense, but over 315 career threes says enough about how potent he can be.
46. Phoenix Suns (via 76ers): Braden Smith (Purdue)
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Position: PG | Size: 6'0", 170 lbs | Age: 22
Pro Comp: Dennis Schroder
All it takes is one team to believe Braden Smith's pick-and-roll feel and shotmaking are advanced enough for a backup role.
His shooting, playmaking and competitiveness are at levels that can sway one team in the 30s, 40s or 50s to look past his 6'0" size.
47. Dallas Mavericks (via Suns): Dash Daniels (Melbourne)
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Position: Combo guard | Size: 6'5", 198 lbs | Age: 18 | Country: Australia
Pro Comp: Dyson Daniels
Dash Daniels' predraft process will hold more weight than other prospects' since the 18-year-old hasn't played 20 minutes in a game since November.
The pitch to Daniels ultimately revolves around backcourt versatility and perimeter defense. Teams searching for that archetype will show more interest, while teams looking for more creation and offense will likely look elsewhere.
48. Orlando Magic: Trevon Brazile (Arkansas)
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Position: PF | Size: 6'10", 230 lbs | Age: 23
Pro Comp: Obi Toppin
Trevon Brazile suddenly looks like a more believable pro prospect with improved shooting and driving to complement the size and athleticism at the rim.
In the second round, a team should see a bet worth making on his three-ball to reach a league-average level. He has an easy-to-project archetype and role as a stretch-4/finisher and threat to attack closeouts.
49. Toronto Raptors: Keyshawn Hall (Auburn)
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Position: SF/PF | Size: 6'7", 240 lbs | Age: 22
Pro Comp: Cleanthony Early
On his fourth school in four years, Keyshawn Hall was an incredibly efficient spot-up scorer with his catch-and-shoot game and slashing. Age and poor defense hold him back, but late in the second round, a team could see a gamble worth taking on a 6'7", 240-pound wing averaging over 20 points in the SEC.
50. Denver Nuggets (via Hawks): Mouhamed Faye (Paris)
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Position: C | Size: 6'10", 225 lbs | Age: 21
Country: Senegal
Pro Comp: Moussa Diabate
Momo Faye has been on watch lists the past few years due to his standout physical profile and movement for finishing and rim protection.
He has obvious offensive limitations, but his tools and production suggest the lob-catching, offensive rebounds and shot-contesting can carry over.
51. Washington Wizards (via Timberwolves): Malik Reneau (Miami)
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Position: PF | Size: 6'9", 238 lbs | Age: 22
Pro Comp: Collin Murray-Boyles
Malik Reneau deserves an NBA Combine invite. He's gradually evolved from old-school, back-to-the-basket forward to one that can make a three and attack off the bounce. But he's still maintained his effectiveness in the paint using his strong frame and obvious scoring instincts.
52. Houston Rockets: Baba Miller (Cincinnati)
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Position: PF | Size: 6'11", 220 lbs | Age: 23 | Country: Spain
Pro Comp: Jonathan Isaac
Despite taking a step backward as a shooter, Baba Miller is having his best college season with his third school. Averaging a double-double and over three assists per game, he's been effective inside and a unique passer as a jumbo forward, though he shines most when he's handling the ball in transition or putting it down in the half court. Scouts will be locked into his shooting stroke during pre-draft workouts.
53. Los Angeles Clippers (via Cavaliers): Nick Martinelli (Northwestern)
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Position: SF | Size: 6'7", 225 lbs | Age: 21
Pro Comp: Chandler Hutchinson
Seniors and players like Nick Martinelli could benefit from NIL bringing underclassmen back to college. Despite limited athletic ability and an unorthodox game, he was a top-10 scorer and improved shooter (41.7 percent 3PT) at 6'7". Martinelli's scoring versatility should be worth looking into, and a strong Elite Camp and/or NBA combine should give him a good chance to crack top-60 boards.
54. Golden State Warriors (via Lakers): Jaden Bradley (Arizona)
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Position: PG | Size: 6'3", 200 lbs | Age: 22
Pro Comp: Darren Collison
Shooting has always kept interest from building around Jaden Bradley, but as the point guard for a No. 1 seed, he's done too good of a job running offense and applying pressure at both ends.
NBA teams could see an interesting two-way playmaker who can penetrate, make good decisions and cause problems defensively.
55. New Orleans Pelicans (via Knicks): Richie Saunders (BYU)
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Position: SG | Size: 6'5", 200 lbs | Age: 24
Pro Comp: Ben Sheppard
A torn ACL ends Richie Saunders' career at BYU. From a draft-stock perspective, there wasn't much left for him to sell teams on. The injury shouldn't factor into the equation, with the assumption he wasn't expected to play many NBA minutes next year, anyway. He'll be an option for a team that sees a shooting specialist and value in the second round.
56. Chicago Bulls (via Nuggets): JT Toppin (Texas Tech)
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Position: PF | Size: 6'9", 230 lbs | Age: 20
Pro Comp: Brandon Clarke
A torn ACL ends JT Toppin's season, creating an unfortunate draft-stock situation and difficult decision for him this June.
He hadn't changed enough this year to strengthen his first-round case, and even if he returns to college, it's unlikely he'll be at full strength for an entire season.
Toppin could just enter the draft and hope to find his way to an NBA roster through the G League. He'll have the chance to stick as a paint-scoring specialist.
57. Atlanta Hawks (via Celtics): Milos Uzan (Houston)
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Position: PG/SG | Size: 6'4", 195 lbs | Age: 22
Pro Comp: Andrew Nembhard
Milos Uzan hasn't shot well from three this year, but there is enough evidence of shotmaking to look past this season's percentages. His float game, passing IQ and backcourt versatility should have scouts willing to gamble on the possibility that Uzan's jumper will be better than the numbers suggest.
58. New Orleans Pelicans (via Pistons): Kylan Boswell (Illinois)
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Position: PG/SG | Size: 6'2", 205 lbs | Age: 20
Pro Comp: Cory Joseph
Kylan Boswell still doesn't look like a reliable shooter, but he's been a threatening enough for a guard who shoots 61.0 percent inside the arc, makes smart decisions and adds a sense of leadership. He's been one of the nation's top-graded pick-and-roll ball-handlers throughout the season.
59. Minnesota Timberwolves (via Spurs): Duke Miles (Virginia Tech)
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Position: PG | Size: 6'2", 180 lbs | Age: 24
Pro Comp: Miles McBride
Duke Miles should be on teams' second-round radar after a year of improved pull-up shooting and playmaking. He'll earn a chance at the next level with his defensive pressure, but he's become a more well-rounded offensive weapon creating in ball-screen situations and making jumpers off the catch and dribble.
60. Washington Wizards (via OKC): Jaron Pierre Jr. (SMU, SG)
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Position: SG | Size: 6'5", 210 lbs | Age: 23
Pro Comp: Kevin Porter Jr.
Jaron Pierre Jr. turns 24 just after the draft, but his production, three-level scoring flashes and above-the-rim finishes should earn him an NBA combine invite.
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