NBA draft predictions for 2026 highlight top prospects
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 9:12 AM
Last updated Jun 23, 2026
The 2026 NBA Draft is set for June 23, featuring 30 picks. The Washington Wizards hold the No. 1 pick and are expected to select AJ Dybantsa from BYU. Teams like the Detroit Pistons, with the No. 21 pick, aim to strengthen their rosters after playoff exits. The draft is noted for its depth, particularly among the top players, with notable prospects including Cameron Boozer and Caleb Wilson. Various teams are making preparations for the event as they seek new talent to boost their franchises.
- •2026 NBA Draft scheduled for June 23, 8 p.m.
- •Washington Wizards projected to pick AJ Dybantsa first overall.
- •Detroit Pistons hold the No. 21 pick.
- •Draft regarded as deep, especially at the top of the board.
- •Key players include Cameron Boozer and Caleb Wilson.
- 9:12 AMYahoo Sports — NBA mock draft picks and final predictions for 2026 first round
"The 2026 NBA Draft is here and we've got our predictions for all 30 picks, including who the Detroit Pistons land.
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