Sacramento Kings select Alex Karaban with No. 29 pick in 2026 NBA Draft
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 3:50 AM
Last updated Jun 24, 2026
Alex Karaban was selected by the Sacramento Kings with the No. 29 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. Originally drafted by the Cleveland Cavaliers, he was traded to the Kings in exchange for the No. 34 pick and a future second-round pick. Karaban is the 27th first-round draft pick in UConn history and has established himself as a notable player throughout his college career, winning two national championships and setting UConn records. His addition to the Kings aims to enhance their 3-point shooting. He celebrated the achievement at home with family and friends during the draft.
- •Kings traded up to pick Karaban after initially being selected by the Cavaliers
- •Karaban is the winningest player in UConn history with 18 NCAA Tournament wins
- •He averaged 12.5 points per game during his college career
- •Kings also selected Darius Acuff Jr. with the No. 7 pick in the draft
- •UConn has seen a resurgence in NBA draft representation since 2021
- 3:50 AMYahoo Sports — Alex Karaban drafted by Sacramento Kings with No. 29 pick in 2026 NBA Draft
"The all-time winningest Husky can add NBA first round pick to his laundry list of accolades
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