Caleb Wilson reveals baseball was first love, not basketball
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 5, 2026, 7:52 PM
Last updated Jul 5, 2026
Caleb Wilson, the No. 4 draft pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, shared his early sports preferences in an interview prior to the event in New York City. At 19, Wilson acknowledged that baseball was his favorite sport before he shifted his focus to basketball, largely inspired by his father, Jerry Wilson. He played various sports but ultimately committed to basketball, which led to his recent selection in the draft. The draft took place on June 23, showcasing Wilson's development as a promising young talent.
- •Caleb Wilson is the No. 4 draft pick for the 2026 NBA Draft.
- •He initially preferred baseball over basketball.
- •Wilson cited his father as an inspiration to pursue basketball.
- •The NBA Draft took place in New York City on June 23, 2026.
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