2026 NBA Draft predictions feature key college stars and team needs
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 2:00 PM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
The 2026 NBA Draft will take place tomorrow, with all 30 teams evaluating their options in anticipation. The top pick is projected to be AJ Dybantsa from BYU, showcasing impressive stats throughout the season. Other notable prospects include Darryn Peterson from Kansas and Cameron Boozer from Duke, both high in the draft projections. The talent pool is deep, prompting teams to consider numerous pathways for their selections. Analysts predict significant interest in team strategies as they prepare for the draft.
- •AJ Dybantsa is expected to be the first overall pick.
- •Utah Jazz likely to choose Darryn Peterson at No. 2.
- •Cameron Boozer projected to go third to the Memphis Grizzlies.
- •Chicago Bulls look to select Caleb Wilson at No. 4.
- •Multiple franchises eyeing various talents in deep draft.
- 2:00 PMYahoo Sports — 2026 NBA mock draft: Where top college stars land in our latest 60-pick projections
"See our latest NBA mock draft with projections for all 60 picks. Find every team’s first- and second-round selection ahead of Tuesday’s NBA draft.
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