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2026 NBA Draft set for June 23-24 with significant trade activity

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 1:16 PM

Last updated Jun 23, 2026

2026 NBA Draft set for June 23-24 with significant trade activity

Summary

The 2026 NBA Draft takes place on June 23 and 24 at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, N.Y. The first round starts at 8 p.m. ET on Tuesday, followed by the second round at 8 p.m. ET on Wednesday. The Washington Wizards hold the first pick and are expected to select BYU star AJ Dybantsa. The draft process is anticipated to feature rapid trades and pick swaps, with teams expressing their willingness to move their selections, spurring a chaotic environment. Recent trades involving Giannis Antetokounmpo and Julius Randle have set a precedent for potential deals during the draft.

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Key Details

•Washington Wizards expected to select AJ Dybantsa first overall.
•Draft chaos anticipated with multiple trade talks among top teams.
•Recent trades include Giannis Antetokounmpo to Miami Heat.
•Celtics weigh the potential trade of Jaylen Brown amid ongoing discussions.
•Draft will be broadcast on ABC and ESPN, with streaming available.

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What they're saying

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The 2026 NBA Draft is likely to move so fast that a single Woj or Shams alert could flip franchises between commercial breaks. This isn’t about who goes No. 1. It’s about pick swaps, panic moves and the exact moments…
— Yahoo Sports

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