2026 NBA Draft: every first-round pick, analyzed

All 30 first-round picks with scouting reports, stats and every draft-night trade.

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The 2026 NBA Draft opened with AJ Dybantsa to the Washington Wizards at No. 1, headlining a freshman-heavy lottery. All 30 first-round picks are broken down below, with scouting reports, stats and every draft-night trade.

Picks 1–30 · 30 selections · June 23–24, 2026 · Barclays Center

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Draft-Night Trades

Thunder–Pistons–Grizzlies (3-team): OKC moved up for Bennett Stirtz (No. 16), Detroit landed Ebuka Okorie (No. 17), and Memphis slid to Karim López (No. 21) plus a haul of second-rounders.
Lakers–Mavericks–Suns–Knicks: the Lakers traded up for Cameron Carr (No. 24), Dallas took Sergio de Larrea (No. 25), Phoenix grabbed Koa Peat (No. 30), and New York banked five future second-round picks.
Spurs–Nuggets: San Antonio acquired the No. 26 pick (Tarris Reed Jr.) from Denver for the No. 35 pick plus two future seconds.
Nets–Timberwolves–Bulls (eve of draft): Brooklyn took on Julius Randle and the No. 28 pick (Joshua Jefferson); Minnesota got No. 33 (Isaiah Evans) and Mo Gueye; Chicago landed Nic Claxton.
Kings–Cavaliers: Sacramento moved up for Alex Karaban (No. 29); Cleveland slid back to No. 34 (Meleek Thomas) and added a future second.
No. 13 Nate Ament was drafted by Miami but routed to Milwaukee as part of the Giannis Antetokounmpo blockbuster.

Every Pick

AJ DybantsaWashington Wizards

SF · 6'9" · 217 lb

BYU · Freshman · Age 19

25.5 PPG, 6.8 REB, 3.7 AST, 51% FG, 33% 3PT

Strength Three-level scoring wing with elite size, shot creation and downhill burst — led D-I in scoring as a freshman.

Watch Streaky outside shot (33% 3PT) and can drift into hero-ball mid-range looks.

Outlook Franchise-cornerstone wing and future first option for the rebuild.

Comp Brandon Ingram with a Tatum frame

Darryn PetersonUtah Jazz

SG · 6'5" · 199 lb

Kansas · Freshman · Age 19

20.2 PPG, 4.2 REB, 1.6 AST, 44% FG, 38% 3PT, 83% FT

Strength Big two-way combo guard with explosive pull-up scoring and point-of-attack defense.

Watch Durability questions (hamstring/ankle) and more scorer than facilitator.

Outlook High-usage lead guard and long-term backcourt centerpiece.

Comp Jamal Murray / Dejounte Murray

Cameron BoozerMemphis Grizzlies

PF · 6'9" · 253 lb

Duke · Freshman · Age 18

22.5 PPG, 10.2 REB, 4.1 AST, 56% FG

Strength Ultra-productive, high-IQ point-forward who rebounds, passes and scores with pro maturity.

Watch Average length/burst for a four; perimeter jumper needs range.

Outlook Plug-and-play two-way forward who fits any lineup.

Comp Julius Randle with better feel

Caleb WilsonChicago Bulls

PF · 6'10" · 211 lb

North Carolina · Freshman · Age 19

19.8 PPG, 9.4 REB, 2.7 AST, 1.4 BLK, 58% FG

Strength Fluid, switchable combo-forward with rim-running pop, shot-blocking and transition passing.

Watch Jump shot is a real liability (26% 3PT); thin frame.

Outlook Modern two-way forward; defensive anchor with offensive upside.

Comp Jaden McDaniels / young Jonathan Isaac

Keaton WaglerLA Clippersvia Indiana

SG/PG · 6'6" · 190 lb

Illinois · Freshman · Age 19

17.9 PPG, 5.1 REB, 4.2 AST, 40% 3PT, 80% FT

Strength Shot-making lead guard with deep range and pick-and-roll craft off the bounce.

Watch Average size/length on defense; efficiency dipped vs. elite athletes.

Outlook Starting-caliber scoring guard and shot-creation engine.

Comp Tyler Herro as a shooter

Mikel Brown Jr.Brooklyn Nets

PG · 6'5" · 190 lb

Louisville · Freshman · Age 20

18.2 PPG, 4.7 AST, 3.3 REB, 34% 3PT, 84% FT

Strength Crafty change-of-pace lead guard with excellent vision and deep range.

Watch Slender frame, a back injury cost 14 games; FG% must climb.

Outlook Starting point guard and primary initiator for the rebuild.

Comp Brunson's craft in a longer frame

Darius Acuff Jr.Sacramento Kings

PG · 6'2" · 185 lb

Arkansas · Freshman · Age 19

23.5 PPG, 6.4 AST, 3.1 REB, 44% 3PT

Strength Dynamic scoring point guard pairing 44% shooting with high-volume playmaking.

Watch Undersized (6'3") with modest length — defensive concerns.

Outlook High-usage lead guard and immediate microwave scorer.

Comp Jamal Murray / Trae Young (scoring)

Kingston FlemingsAtlanta Hawksvia New Orleans

PG · 6'3" · 183 lb

Houston · Freshman · Age 19

16.1 PPG, 5.2 AST, 4.1 REB, 1.5 STL, 39% 3PT

Strength Disruptive, high-motor two-way guard with great instincts and downhill burst.

Watch Slight build (~183 lbs); half-court shot selection wobbles.

Outlook Two-way combo guard and energizing piece with starter upside.

Comp Davion Mitchell with more scoring

Morez Johnson Jr.Dallas Mavericks

PF · 6'9" · 250 lb

Michigan · Sophomore · Age 20

13.1 PPG, 7.3 REB, 1.1 BLK, 62% FG

Strength Powerful motor big who finishes everything inside, crashes the glass and defends.

Watch Limited shot creation; offense is rim-bound rolls and putbacks.

Outlook Energy big and interior defender; starting-caliber rebounder.

Comp A stronger Jarrett Allen

#10

Brayden BurriesMilwaukee Bucks

SG · 6'4" · 205 lb

Arizona · Freshman · Age 20

16.1 PPG, 4.9 REB, 2.4 AST, 39% 3PT, 80% FT

Strength Big, physical scoring guard with a reliable three-ball and mature offense.

Watch Older for a freshman; not a natural lead playmaker.

Outlook Three-and-D-plus scoring wing with starter potential.

Comp Austin Reaves as a combo scorer

#11

Yaxel LendeborgGolden State Warriors

PF · 6'9" · 241 lb

Michigan (via UAB) · Senior · Age 23

15.1 PPG, 6.8 REB, 3.2 AST, 1.2 BLK

Strength Do-everything point-forward and Big Ten POY who passes and defends multiple spots.

Watch Old for a rookie (23); outside shot is the swing skill.

Outlook Plug-and-play connector for a win-now timeline.

Comp Draymond's connector role / Josh Hart

#12

Aday MaraOklahoma City Thundervia LA Clippers

C · 7'3" · 260 lb

Michigan (Spain) · Junior · Age 20

12.1 PPG, 6.8 REB, 2.6 BLK, 67% FG

Strength 7'3" rim protector and Big Ten DPOY with soft touch and high-post passing.

Watch Mobility in space and FT shooting (56%) need work.

Outlook Defensive-anchor center to develop behind the champs.

Comp Walker Kessler

#13

Nate AmentMilwaukee Bucksdrafted by Miami; routed via the Giannis trade

SF · 6'10" · 211 lb

Tennessee · Freshman · Age 19

16.7 PPG, 6.3 REB, 2.3 AST, 79% FT

Strength Ultra-long, fluid scoring wing with shot-making versatility and switchable tools.

Watch Very thin frame; raw shot selection and efficiency.

Outlook High-upside two-way wing for the post-Giannis rebuild.

Comp A leaner Michael Porter Jr.

#14

Hannes SteinbachCharlotte Hornets

PF/C · 6'11" · 248 lb

Washington (Germany) · Freshman · Age 20

18.5 PPG, 11.8 REB, 1.2 BLK, 58% FG, 34% 3PT

Strength Relentless rebounder (led the nation) and high-motor big with budding face-up touch.

Watch Not an explosive leaper or rim protector in space.

Outlook Energy big and elite rebounder with stretch upside.

Comp Kevin Love's rebound-and-stretch profile

#15

Dailyn SwainChicago Bullsvia Portland

SF · 6'8" · 211 lb

Texas (via Xavier) · Junior · Age 21

17.3 PPG, 7.5 REB, 3.6 AST, 1.6 STL, 35% 3PT

Strength Versatile two-way wing with downhill scoring, rebounding, playmaking and defense.

Watch Jumper is good-not-great; more connector than primary creator.

Outlook Two-way glue-guy wing with starter upside.

Comp Aaron Gordon / Dorian Finney-Smith

#16

Bennett StirtzOklahoma City Thunderdrafted by Memphis

PG · 6'3" · 190 lb

Iowa (via Drake) · Senior · Age 22

19.8 PPG, 4.4 AST, 2.6 REB, 48/36/86

Strength Elite shot-making and pick-and-roll command with deep range and high feel.

Watch Older, average length/burst; separation vs. NBA athletes is a question.

Outlook Secondary ball-handler and microwave second-unit scorer.

Comp Payton Pritchard

#17

Ebuka OkorieDetroit Pistonsdrafted by OKC

PG · 6'2" · 186 lb

Stanford · Freshman · Age 19

23.2 PPG, 3.6 REB, 3.6 AST, 1.6 STL

Strength Dynamic three-level scorer with off-the-dribble creation and shooting upside.

Watch Poor team context; raw shot selection and defense.

Outlook Developmental combo guard with bench-scoring upside.

Comp Jordan Poole / Cam Thomas

#18

Christian Anderson Jr.Charlotte Hornetsvia Orlando / Phoenix

PG · 6'2" · 180 lb

Texas Tech (Germany) · Sophomore · Age 20

18.6 PPG, 7.5 AST, 3.6 REB, 42% 3PT

Strength Lead-guard playmaking and pull-up shooting — led the Big 12 in assists.

Watch Average PG size; turnover-prone forcing the action.

Outlook Pass-first backup point guard who spaces the floor.

Comp Dennis Schröder / Tre Jones

#19

Allen GravesToronto Raptors

PF · 6'9" · 226 lb

Santa Clara · Freshman · Age 19

11.6 PPG, 6.5 REB, 52% FG, 42% 3PT

Strength Prototype 3-and-D wing — knockdown catch-and-shoot stroke, length, versatility.

Watch Limited on-ball creation; must prove he's more than a spot-up.

Outlook Rotation 3-and-D wing and connector.

Comp OG Anunoby (lite)

#20

Jayden QuaintanceSan Antonio Spursvia Atlanta

PF/C · 6'10" · 253 lb

Kentucky (prev. Arizona State) · Sophomore · Age 18

ASU '25 freshman blocks record; 4 GP at UK (injury)

Strength Elite rim-protecting big with rare youth, mobility and switchability.

Watch Raw offense and a lost season to injury cloud the timeline.

Outlook Long-term defensive anchor to develop behind Wembanyama.

Comp Jaren Jackson Jr. (defensive upside)

#21

Karim LópezMemphis Grizzliesdrafted by Detroit

SF · 6'9" · 222 lb

NZ Breakers (Mexico) · International · Age 19

11.9 PPG, 6.1 REB, 1.9 AST, 49% FG (NBL)

Strength Big two-way connecting forward with pro reps, transition skill and an improving shot.

Watch Jumper still streaky; lacks elite explosiveness as a scorer.

Outlook Versatile rotation forward who defends multiple spots.

Comp Josh Green / Royce O'Neale

#22

Labaron Philon Jr.Philadelphia 76ersvia Houston / OKC

PG · 6'3" · 176 lb

Alabama · Sophomore · Age 20

22.0 PPG, 5.0 AST, 3.5 REB, 50/40/80

Strength Efficient downhill guard with elite splits, lane craft and live-dribble passing.

Watch Slender with average length — finishing and on-ball D questions.

Outlook Scoring combo guard with starter upside if defense holds.

Comp Coby White

#23

Zuby EjioforAtlanta Hawksvia Cleveland

PF · 6'9" · 245 lb

St. John's · Senior · Age 22

16.3 PPG, 7.3 REB, 3.5 AST, 2.1 BLK

Strength Physical two-way big who rebounds, protects the rim and passes from the elbow.

Watch No reliable jumper (31% 3PT); older, limited spacing.

Outlook Energy backup big who defends and finishes inside.

Comp Jae'Sean Tate (undersized five)

#24

Cameron CarrLA Lakersdrafted by New York; Lakers traded up

SG · 6'5" · 184 lb

Baylor (via Tennessee) · Junior · Age 21

18.9 PPG, 5.8 REB, 2.6 AST, 37% 3PT

Strength Big two-guard (7'0" wingspan) with breakout scoring and 3-and-D tools.

Watch Late bloomer; one productive season, self-creation unproven.

Outlook 3-and-D wing rotation piece who scores in spurts.

Comp Gary Trent Jr.

#25

Sergio de LarreaDallas Mavericksdrafted by Lakers

PG/SG · 6'7" · 204 lb

Valencia (Spain) · International · Age 20

8.9 PPG, 3.4 AST, 3.1 REB, 37% 3PT (ACB)

Strength Big 6'6" lead guard with positional size, pace and pro experience.

Watch Modest production, average burst, inconsistent jumper.

Outlook Developmental combo guard with size and passing.

Comp Killian Hayes (passing size)

#26

Tarris Reed Jr.San Antonio Spursdrafted by Denver

C · 6'11" · 264 lb

UConn (via Michigan) · Senior · Age 22

14.7 PPG, 9.0 REB, 2.0 BLK, 61% FG

Strength Powerful mobile center who dominates the glass and protects the rim.

Watch No spacing; foul-prone and limited as a face-up player.

Outlook Backup five and rim-running rebounder behind Wembanyama.

Comp Daniel Gafford

#27

Chris Cenac Jr.Boston Celtics

PF/C · 6'11" · 240 lb

Houston · Freshman · Age 19

9.5 PPG, 7.9 REB, 49% FG, 33% 3PT

Strength Toolsy 6'11" center (7'5" wingspan) with rebounding instincts and stretch flashes.

Watch Modest production; raw, project-level offense.

Outlook Long-term developmental two-way big with stretch upside.

Comp Jonathan Isaac / Mark Williams

#28

Joshua JeffersonBrooklyn Netsdrafted by Minnesota

PF/SF · 6'9" · 246 lb

Iowa State · Senior · Age 22

16.4 PPG, 7.4 REB, 4.8 AST, 1.6 STL

Strength Do-everything connecting forward — passing, rebounding, defense, high feel.

Watch Average shooter (35% 3PT); older without an elite skill.

Outlook Glue-guy rotation forward who fills the box score.

Comp Kyle Anderson / Josh Hart

#29

Alex KarabanSacramento Kingsdrafted by Cleveland

SF/PF · 6'8" · 225 lb

UConn · Senior · Age 22

13.2 PPG, 5.3 REB, 46/37/85

Strength High-IQ, battle-tested stretch forward with a reliable jumper and title pedigree.

Watch Limited athleticism and self-creation; a defensive target.

Outlook Plug-and-play stretch-four shooter and connector.

Comp Sam Hauser / Georges Niang

#30

Koa PeatPhoenix Sunsdrafted by Dallas; Suns traded up

PF · 6'8" · 245 lb

Arizona · Freshman · Age 19

14.1 PPG, 5.6 REB, 2.6 AST (Final Four)

Strength Strong, NBA-ready frame, motor and downhill physicality.

Watch Undersized four with a shaky jumper and no set position.

Outlook High-energy combo forward who defends and scores inside.

Comp P.J. Washington

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