Meleek Thomas' availability for Celtics in 2026 NBA Draft uncertain
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 3:00 PM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
Meleek Thomas, a guard from Arkansas, is projected to be a first-round pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. In his final season, he averaged 15.6 points, 3.8 rebounds, 2.5 assists, and 1.5 steals per game, shooting 43.5% from the field, 41.6% from three, and 84.3% from the free-throw line. Analysts suggest a range for Thomas' draft position, with some mock drafts placing him ahead of the Boston Celtics' number 27 pick. The Celtics may consider him if available when they make their selection.
- •Meleek Thomas is a 6-foot-4 combo guard from Arkansas.
- •He averaged 15.6 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 2.5 assists per game last season.
- •Thomas shot 43.5% from the field and 41.6% from three-point range.
- •Mock drafts vary on his position relative to the Celtics' pick at No. 27.
- •The NBA Draft is scheduled for 2026.
- 3:00 PMYahoo Sports — Will Meleek Thomas be around when the Boston Celtics select in the 2026 NBA Draft?
"In his last season with the Razorbacks, he put up 15.6 points, 3.8 rebounds, 2.5 assists, and 1.5 steals per game.
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