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The 2026 NBA Draft begins this week, with the league once again utilizing a two-night format that splits the first and second rounds across Tuesday and Wednesday from Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. The event is expected to feature one of the deepest draft classes in recent years, headlined by elite prospects AJ Dybantsa, Darryn Peterson and Cameron Boozer.
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Mar 29, 2026; Washington, DC, USA; Duke Blue Devils forward Cameron Boozer (12) grabs the ball in front of UConn Huskies forward Jaylin Stewart (3) in the first half during an Elite Eight game of the East Regional of the men’s 2026 NCAA Tournament at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Amber Searls-Imagn Images
Round 1
Round 2
The Washington Wizards enter draft night holding the No. 1 overall pick after winning the NBA Draft Lottery. The Utah Jazz, Memphis Grizzlies, Chicago Bulls and Los Angeles Clippers round out the top five selections entering Tuesday night.
While trades could alter the board, most mock drafts have the following players projected near the top of the draft:
Dybantsa, Peterson and Boozer have separated themselves as the consensus top tier of the class, with many evaluators viewing all three as potential franchise cornerstones. Several mock drafts project Dybantsa to hear his name called first overall Tuesday night.
The biggest question entering the draft remains what the Wizards will do with the first overall selection. Most projections have Washington selecting Dybantsa, but Peterson and Boozer remain firmly in the conversation.
This year’s draft is also notable for its depth. Scouts and analysts have described the 2026 class as one of the strongest in recent memory, with potential impact players expected well beyond the lottery. Teams selecting in the middle and late portions of the first round could still find future starters and All-Stars.
The NBA champion New York Knicks enter the draft with the No. 24 overall pick, while several teams, including the Chicago Bulls and San Antonio Spurs, hold multiple selections and could become active in trade discussions throughout the week.
With future stars set to enter the league and plenty of trade rumors circulating, the 2026 NBA Draft should once again be one of the biggest events of the NBA offseason.
Watch the 2026 NBA Draft Live on Fubo
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Mar 29, 2026; Washington, DC, USA; Duke Blue Devils forward Cameron Boozer (12) grabs the ball in front of UConn Huskies forward Jaylin Stewart (3) in the first half during an Elite Eight game of the East Regional of the men’s 2026 NCAA Tournament at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Amber Searls-Imagn Images
How to Watch the 2026 NBA Draft
Round 1
- Date: Tuesday, June 23, 2026
- Time: 8 p.m. ET
- Location: Barclays Center (Brooklyn, New York)
- TV Channel: ABC, ESPN
- Stream: Fubo (watch for free)
Round 2
- Date: Wednesday, June 24, 2026
- Time: 8 p.m. ET
- Location: Barclays Center (Brooklyn, New York)
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Stream: Fubo (watch for free)
The Washington Wizards enter draft night holding the No. 1 overall pick after winning the NBA Draft Lottery. The Utah Jazz, Memphis Grizzlies, Chicago Bulls and Los Angeles Clippers round out the top five selections entering Tuesday night.
Projected Top 10 Picks
While trades could alter the board, most mock drafts have the following players projected near the top of the draft:
- AJ Dybantsa, F, BYU
- Darryn Peterson, G, Kansas
- Cameron Boozer, F, Duke
- Caleb Wilson, F, North Carolina
- Mikel Brown Jr., G, Louisville
- Darius Acuff Jr., G, Arkansas
- Aday Mara, C, Michigan
- Karim Lopez, F, Mexico
- Keaton Wagler, G, Illinois
- Kingston Flemings, G, Houston
Dybantsa, Peterson and Boozer have separated themselves as the consensus top tier of the class, with many evaluators viewing all three as potential franchise cornerstones. Several mock drafts project Dybantsa to hear his name called first overall Tuesday night.
Storylines to Watch
The biggest question entering the draft remains what the Wizards will do with the first overall selection. Most projections have Washington selecting Dybantsa, but Peterson and Boozer remain firmly in the conversation.
This year’s draft is also notable for its depth. Scouts and analysts have described the 2026 class as one of the strongest in recent memory, with potential impact players expected well beyond the lottery. Teams selecting in the middle and late portions of the first round could still find future starters and All-Stars.
The NBA champion New York Knicks enter the draft with the No. 24 overall pick, while several teams, including the Chicago Bulls and San Antonio Spurs, hold multiple selections and could become active in trade discussions throughout the week.
With future stars set to enter the league and plenty of trade rumors circulating, the 2026 NBA Draft should once again be one of the biggest events of the NBA offseason.
Watch the 2026 NBA Draft Live on Fubo
Regional restrictions may apply. If you purchase a product or register for an account through one of the links on our site, we may receive compensation.
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