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Koa Peat trends toward first-round selection in NBA Draft

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 5:48 PM

Last updated Jun 20, 2026

Koa Peat trends toward first-round selection in NBA Draft
Summary

Arizona's Koa Peat, a versatile 6'7" player, has opted to go pro in 2026 instead of returning to college. With strong performances in the NCAA, he is now seen as a potential first-round pick, trending towards the 20s in mock drafts. Concerns over his three-point shooting, however, linger among teams. Jeremy Woo from ESPN predicts Peat will be selected by the Denver Nuggets at No. 26. His physicality and defensive versatility could be attractive to franchises looking to enhance their athleticism.

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  • •Peat decided to go pro instead of returning to Arizona.
  • •He is trending toward being a first-round draft pick.
  • •Mock drafts project him to be chosen by the Denver Nuggets at No. 26.
  • •Concerns remain about his three-point shooting percentage.
  • •Peat is praised for his physicality and defensive skills.
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  • 5:48 PMYahoo Sports — Arizona's Koa Peat is trending towards the 20s in NBA draft
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Arizona's Koa Peat decided to go pro in 2026 instead of returning to school.

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Denver NuggetsLos Angeles ClippersNew York KnicksWNBABasketball

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