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Milwaukee Bucks, Chicago Bulls, Oklahoma City Thunder shine in 2026 NBA Draft

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 3:40 PM

Last updated Jun 24, 2026

Milwaukee Bucks, Chicago Bulls, Oklahoma City Thunder shine in 2026 NBA Draft

Summary

Round one of the 2026 NBA Draft occurred last night in New York, with several teams making notable selections. The Milwaukee Bucks selected Brayden Burries at No. 10, a standout guard from Arizona, and added forward Nate Ament. The Chicago Bulls drafted forward Caleb Wilson at No. 4 and guard Dailyn Swain at No. 15, both fitting their physical style. The Oklahoma City Thunder, picking at No. 12, chose center Aday Mara and traded for Bennett Stirtz at No. 16, bolstering their already strong roster.

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By the Numbers

•Bucks took Brayden Burries and Nate Ament in the first round.
•Bulls selected Caleb Wilson and Dailyn Swain to enhance their roster.
•Thunder opted for Aday Mara and traded for Bennett Stirtz.
•Teams leveraged multiple picks for strategic acquisitions.
•Draft is key for teams aiming for future success.

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Round one of the NBA Draft took place last night, with teams hoping to get their franchise superstars. Several teams entered the night with multiple first-round picks. Some made the most of those opportunities, while others left fans wondering what…
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