Caleb Wilson and Henri Veesaar projected as first round NBA Draft picks
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Last updated Jun 19, 2026
Caleb Wilson and Henri Veesaar from North Carolina are slotted as first round selections in USA TODAY Sports' latest NBA mock draft. Wilson is projected to be picked fourth overall by the Chicago Bulls despite a wrist injury that ended his collegiate career. Veesaar is anticipated to go 29th to the Cleveland Cavaliers after showcasing his skills at UNC, averaging 17 points and 8.7 rebounds per game. The NBA Draft takes place on Tuesday night, with Wilson and Veesaar's futures hanging in the balance as teams make their selections.
- •Caleb Wilson is projected fourth overall to Chicago Bulls
- •Henri Veesaar expected to go 29th to Cleveland Cavaliers
- •Wilson averaged 19.8 points and 9.4 rebounds per game at UNC
- •Veesaar averaged 17 points and 8.7 rebounds per game
- •NBA Draft begins Tuesday night at 8 p.m.
- 10:00 PMYahoo Sports — Two Tar Heels first round NBA Draft picks in USAT Sports' latest mock
"Caleb Wilson is a projected lottery pick. Henri Veesaar should go first round. What does USA TODAY Sports' latest NBA Mock Draft say?
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