Round 1 of the 2026 NBA Draft tips off at 8 p.m. ET at Barclays Center.
AJ Dybantsa is favored to be selected No. 1 by the Wizards, with more parity expected for picks No. 2 and 3, where Darryn Peterson and Cameron Boozer are likely to be picked.
The Knicks hold the No. 24 pick, while the Nets pick at No. 6.
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9. Dallas Mavericks — Morez Johnson Jr., Forward (Michigan)
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Kevin Doan 
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Morez Johnson Jr. averaged 13.1 points and 7.3 rebounds while shooting 62.3 percent from the field at Michigan. He gives the Mavericks a physical frontcourt piece who can rebound, defend and bring energy around the rim.
8. Atlanta Hawks — Kingston Flemings, Guard (Houston)
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Rob Reese 
Kingston Flemings had a strong freshman year for Houston. NCAA Photos via Getty Images
A relentless on-ball defender who plays with signature Houston toughness, Flemings is a lightning-fast transition engine. The Hawks get a top-tier defender here with steals upside. Can score too.
7. Sacramento Kings — Darius Acuff Jr., Guard (Arkansas)
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Kevin Doan 
Darius Acuff Jr. (5) could make Arkansas the fourth different school John Calipari has taken to a Final Four. Getty Images
An aggressive, downhill scorer who plays with a fierce competitive edge, Acuff is built to manipulate pick-and-rolls and generate instant offense. Acuff Jr. gives the Kings a guard who can attack the rim and create offense.
6. Brooklyn Nets — Mikel Brown Jr., Guard (Louisville)
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Rob Reese 
Mikel Brown Jr. #0 of the Louisville Cardinals brings the ball up court during the game against the NC State Wolfpack at KFC YUM! Center on February 9, 2026 in Louisville, Kentucky. Getty Images
One of the purest point guards in the class, Brown boasts an elite handle and deep shooting range that forces defenses to pick their poison. Top-end scoring upside that can transform the Nets offense.
5. LA Clippers — Keaton Wagler, Guard (Illinois)
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Kevin Doan 
Keaton Wagler believes his ability to read defenses and handle the ball can make him a success in the NBA despite his modest athleticism. NCAA Photos via Getty Images
A smooth, highly intelligent guard who handles pressure beautifully and acts as an elite floor-spacer and secondary playmaker. Keaton Wagler gives the Clippers another backcourt option who can space the floor and provide reliable guard depth behind their starters.
4. Chicago Bulls — Caleb Wilson, Forward (North Carolina)
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Rob Reese 
North Carolina forward Caleb Wilson (8) shoots before an NCAA college basketball game against Syracuse, Saturday, Feb. 21, 2026. AP
A long, athletic modern forward who thrives as a weak-side rim protector and shows immense potential as a coast-to-coast transition threat. This pick screams upside for the Bulls.
3. Memphis Grizzlies — Cameron Boozer, Forward (Duke)
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Kevin Doan 
Duke forward Cameron Boozer. Getty Images
The son of NBA All-Star Carlos Boozer, Cam is arguably the most fundamentally sound player in the draft, offering elite rebounding, interior scoring, and high-IQ passing. Memphis will use his feel for the game to keep the offense moving while adding size, toughness and reliability on the glass.
2. Utah Jazz — Darryn Peterson, Guard (Kansas)
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Rob Reese 
Darryn Peterson #22 of the Kansas Jayhawks. Charles Wenzelberg/New York Post
A physically imposing guard with a hyper-polished midrange game, Peterson combines elite shot-making with the vision to play as a primary playmaker. The Jazz rebuild gets a lot smoother now.
1. Washington Wizards — AJ Dybantsa, Forward (Brigham Young)
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Rob Reese 
AJ Dybantsa thrived in his one season at BYU JASON SZENES/ NY POST
The consensus top prize of the draft, Dybantsa is a dynamic three-level scorer with an elite 6’10” frame who can create his own shot against anyone. The Wizards get an immediate impact player.
Darryn Peterson with Kansas assistant coach Kurtis Townsend
Darryn Peterson shared a moment with his former assistant coach Kurtis Townsend ahead of NBA Draft.
It’s draft time!
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Rob Reese
Here we go.
Sit back, relax, occasionally yell at your tv.
The Wizards are on the clock!
AJ Dybantsa shares moment with Oscar Robertson minutes before NBA Draft
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Kevin Doan
AJ Dybantsa shared a special moment with NBA legend Oscar Robertson ahead of the draft, greeting the Hall of Famer before the first round takes place.