Caleb Wilson rises in NBA mock draft ahead of 2026
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 7:58 PM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
Caleb Wilson, a standout from the University of North Carolina, is projected to be a top pick in the upcoming 2026 NBA Draft. Recent mocks have him going as high as No. 3 overall to the Memphis Grizzlies, surpassing fellow prospects Darryn Peterson and Cameron Boozer. Sources indicate that most teams view Wilson favorably due to his performance leading the nation in dunks and excelling in key athletic metrics before an injury affected his season. The draft is set to take place in less than a month, with UNC potentially securing multiple top picks.
- •Caleb Wilson is projected No. 3 overall in the NBA Draft.
- •UNMC could have two or three players selected.
- •Wilson led the nation in dunks before his injury.
- •Most teams reportedly favor Wilson over other top prospects.
- •The draft is scheduled for less than a month from now.
- 7:58 PMYahoo Sports — UNC basketball star jumps in latest NBA mock draft
"Could UNC basketball standout Caleb Wilson go before Darryn Peterson? One mock draft believes so.
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