Three rising NBA Draft prospects standout at 2026 combine
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 4:15 PM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
At the 2026 NBA Draft Combine, Cameron Carr, Ebuka Okorie, and Darryn Peterson emerged as notable prospects. Carr, a guard from Baylor, showcased impressive athleticism and blocking abilities, while Okorie, a guard from Stanford, displayed scoring potential and size. Peterson, once projected as the top pick, had a strong freshman year at Kansas despite recent concerns affecting his draft stock. The draft is set to take place soon, with rising interest in these players.
- •Cameron Carr's athleticism and defensive skills impress at the combine.
- •Ebuka Okorie averages 23.2 points in freshman season at Stanford.
- •Darryn Peterson is projected as a top candidate despite recent concerns.
- •The NBA Draft will include these emerging talents from the combine.
- 4:15 PMYahoo Sports — 3 NBA Draft prospects on the rise after 2026 combine
"Every year during the NBA Draft, we see projected lottery picks fall out of the lottery while players nobody expects end up going much earlier than projected. Whether it’s a small jump or a major one, there have been some…
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