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Victor Wembanyama selected first in 12-team mock draft

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 1:00 PM

Last updated Aug 24, 2026

Victor Wembanyama selected first in 12-team mock draft

Summary

Fantasy basketball discussions intensified with a 12-team, nine-category head-to-head mock draft. Conducted by industry writers including Raphielle Johnson, the draft occurred as Yahoo! opened fantasy basketball leagues for the 2026-27 season. Victor Wembanyama of the San Antonio Spurs was selected first overall, followed by Nikola Jokić from the Denver Nuggets in the second position. Other notable first-round picks included Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Luka Dončić, and Jayson Tatum. The draft reflects the changing dynamics in fantasy basketball as Wembanyama emerges as a top choice.

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By the Numbers

•Victor Wembanyama goes first overall, selected by Raphielle Johnson.
•Nikola Jokić picked second by Noah Rubin in mock draft.
•Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Luka Dončić, and Jayson Tatum round out first five picks.
•Draft reflects changing dynamics in fantasy basketball post-free agency.
•Yahoo! has opened fantasy basketball leagues for 2026-27.

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1:00 PMYahoo Sports — 12-Team, 9-Cat Mock Draft: Wemby or Nikola Jokić for first overall pick?

What they're saying

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Rotoworld basketball writer Raphielle Johnson participated in a 12-team, nine-cat head-to-head mock draft recently, doing so with the first overall pick.
— Yahoo Sports

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