Michigan makes history with three lottery picks in NBA Draft
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 2:23 AM
Last updated Jun 24, 2026
On June 24, 2026, Michigan saw an unprecedented achievement as three players from their national championship team were selected in the NBA lottery. Morez Johnson Jr. was picked ninth by the Dallas Mavericks, Yaxel Lendeborg went eleventh to the Golden State Warriors, and Aday Mara followed as the twelfth pick for the Oklahoma City Thunder. This marks the first time in Michigan's history that three players were selected in the lottery in one draft, showcasing the strength of the Wolverines' frontcourt. All three players transferred to Michigan last spring, contributing to the team's successful 37-3 season and NCAA title.
- •Morez Johnson Jr. selected ninth by Dallas Mavericks.
- •Yaxel Lendeborg drafted eleventh by Golden State Warriors.
- •Aday Mara chosen twelfth by Oklahoma City Thunder.
- •Michigan's three lottery picks set a school record.
- •The players contributed to a 37-3 season and an NCAA championship.
- 2:23 AMYahoo Sports — A championship frontcourt — and a lottery sweep: Michigan’s rare draft night
"Michigan made history as three transfers who won a national title with the Wolverines were selected in the NBA lottery spots Tuesday night.
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