Brayden Burries named biggest steal in 2026 NBA Draft for Bucks
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 12:34 AM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026

Brayden Burries, the Milwaukee Bucks' lottery pick from Arizona, has been voted the biggest steal of the 2026 NBA Draft following an impressive summer league showing. Burries averaged 23.5 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 4.3 assists in four games. Selected with the 10th overall pick, he showcased strong two-way skills during his freshman year in college, contributing 16.1 points per game. The Bucks, who also selected Nate Ament with the 12th pick, are focusing on developing young talent for the upcoming season. They may not contend for the playoffs immediately, but Burries, Ament, and receiver Kel'el Ware will receive considerable playing time as part of the rebuilding process.
- •Brayden Burries was selected 10th overall by the Bucks in 2026 NBA Draft.
- •He averaged 23.5 points in summer league games.
- •Burries earned six votes as the biggest steal in a recent ESPN poll.
- •Nate Ament was chosen 12th overall by Milwaukee.
- •The Bucks aim to build around young players next season.
- 12:34 AMYahoo Sports — Milwaukee Bucks lottery pick named biggest steal in 2026 NBA Draft
"Former Arizona guard Brayden Burries was recently voted as the biggest steal from the 2026 NBA Draft.
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