Malique Lewis selected as Mr. Irrelevant in 2026 NBA Draft
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 25, 2026, 3:07 AM
Last updated Jun 25, 2026
Malique Lewis from Trinidad and Tobago was chosen with the final pick, No. 60, in the 2026 NBA Draft by the Washington Wizards, which later traded the pick to the Milwaukee Bucks. Lewis is viewed as a 'three-and-D' player, which aligns with the Bucks' strategy following a blockbuster trade involving Giannis Antetokounmpo. This draft class also includes Brayden Burries and Nate Ament, adding depth to the Bucks' roster. While being Mr. Irrelevant often carries little pressure, Lewis aims for a successful career, drawing comparisons to Isaiah Thomas, another notable final pick who achieved significant success in the league.
- •Malique Lewis is the 2026 NBA Draft's Mr. Irrelevant.
- •The Wizards traded Lewis's pick to the Bucks.
- •Lewis is categorized as a 'three-and-D' player.
- •Bucks previously traded Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Heat.
- •Lewis joins a Bucks draft class with Brayden Burries and Nate Ament.
- 3:07 AMYahoo Sports — Who was the NBA Mr. Irrelevant? Can Malique Lewis become the next Isaiah Thomas?
"With the final pick of the draft, meet "Mr. Irrelevant" Malique Lewis. How has this pick fared in the past?
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