Cameron Boozer and Maliq Brown rise in NBA mock drafts ahead of draft
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 6:14 PM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
Cameron Boozer and Maliq Brown, former Duke players, are climbing in NBA mock draft rankings ahead of the 2026 NBA Draft. According to Kevin O'Connor of Yahoo Sports, Boozer is projected as the No. 2 overall pick, while Brown, initially considered for a lower position, has moved to No. 42, potentially heading to the San Antonio Spurs. Isaiah Evans is expected to be selected at No. 28 overall by the Minnesota Timberwolves. As the draft approaches, Duke's strong history of developing talent is highlighted by these prospects who have improved their draft positions.
- •Cameron Boozer projected No. 2 overall in mock draft.
- •Maliq Brown increased his draft stock to No. 42 overall.
- •Isaiah Evans expected to go No. 28 to the Timberwolves.
- •Duke maintains a strong reputation for developing NBA talent.
- •Draft takes place later this month.
- 6:14 PMYahoo Sports — Multiple Duke prospects rise in mock drafts leading up to 2026 NBA Draft
"Both Cameron Boozer and Maliq Brown jumped up in a recent mock draft conducted by Kevin O'Connor of Yahoo Sports.
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