NBA Mock Draft: Top 10 Picks Now That the Lottery Is Set

NBA Mock Draft Summary

• No. 1: A.J. Dybantsa to Wizards
• No. 2: Darryn Peterson to Jazz
• No. 3: Cameron Boozer to Grizzlies

The NBA Draft Lottery took place on Sunday. Now that we know which teams pick where, which players are most likely to go to which teams?

Let's dig into a mock draft of the top 10 picks for the 2026 NBA Draft, which takes place Tuesday, June 23rd.

Please note: lines and projections are subject to change throughout the day after this article is published. All NBA odds come from FanDuel Sportsbook.

NBA Mock Draft: Top 10 Picks

Pick #1 — Washington Wizards: AJ Dybantsa (SF, BYU)

The consensus top prospect in this class, Dybantsa broke the Big 12 Tournament scoring record at BYU — previously held by Kevin Durant — with 93 points across three games to close his freshman year. His 6-foot-9 frame with a 7-foot-1 wingspan, elite footwork, and high-level shotmaking make him a perfect fit alongside Trae Young and Anthony Davis in Washington.

Pick #2 — Utah Jazz: Darryn Peterson (SG/PG, Kansas)

Peterson's stock took a hit after a difficult freshman season plagued by full-body cramps and a hamstring issue, but scouts widely view him as a top-two talent whose three-level scoring ability is unmatched in this class. If healthy — something the combine medical evaluations should clarify — he gives Utah a dominant perimeter scorer to build around alongside Jaren Jackson Jr. and Ace Bailey.

Pick #3 — Memphis Grizzlies: Cameron Boozer (PF, Duke)

Boozer was the most decorated player in college basketball this season, sweeping the Naismith and AP Player of the Year awards after carrying Duke to a deep tournament run. An elite pick-and-pop threat who plays the game at a high IQ level, Boozer provides the Grizzlies an immediate foundational piece as they rebuild around a post-Morant future.

Pick #4 — Chicago Bulls: Caleb Wilson (PF, North Carolina)

Wilson's season was cut short by a broken right thumb in March, but his defensive versatility and ability to guard every position on the perimeter and in the paint has scouts excited about his ceiling. Reports from the pre-draft process suggest his three-point shot is coming along nicely, and Chicago gets a high-upside two-way forward to anchor their rebuild.

Pick #5 — Los Angeles Clippers (via Indiana Pacers): Darius Acuff Jr. (PG/SG, Arkansas)

Acuff finished third in the nation in scoring and was named SEC Player of the Year after leading Arkansas to a conference tourney championship. He's a straight bucket. His ability to create shots off the dribble, deliver in pressure moments, and fill multiple backcourt roles makes him an intriguing fit in Los Angeles with Darius Garland.

Pick #6 — Brooklyn Nets: Keaton Wagler (PG/SG, Illinois)

Perhaps the most remarkable rise of this draft cycle, Wagler went from an modestly ranked high school prospect to a lottery pick after stepping into the Illinois starting role when Kylan Boswell missed a month with a fractured hand. His size at 6-foot-6, shot creation, and playmaking fit naturally alongside Egor Demin as Brooklyn continues its rebuild.

Pick #7 — Sacramento Kings: Kingston Flemings (PG/SG, Houston)

Flemings is the quintessential Houston guard — tough, two-way, and consistently productive, highlighted by a 42-point performance against Texas Tech in January when he averaged 19.8 points and 6.3 assists for the month. His ability to get to his spots, shoot off the dribble, and quarterback a half-court offense gives Sacramento a legitimate floor general to develop.

Pick #8 — Atlanta Hawks (via Pelicans): Mikel Brown Jr. (SG, Louisville)

Brown dealt with a back injury that limited his freshman season at Louisville, but not before flashing brilliance — including a 45-point, 10-three-pointer explosion against NC State that made him a household name in draft circles. His shot creation and ability to read defensive coverages give Atlanta a dynamic offensive weapon and the highest upside available at this spot.

Pick #9 — Dallas Mavericks: Nate Ament (SF/PF, Tennessee)

A polarizing but intriguing prospect, Ament is a raw 6-foot-10 wing with natural scoring instincts and the physical tools to develop into an impactful two-way player. This pick is Dallas' best chance to build around Cooper Flagg as they don't own their own first again until 2031. Ament's athleticism and defensive upside make him a high-ceiling pick.

Pick #10 — Milwaukee Bucks: Labaron Philon (PG, Alabama)

Philon's stock surged late in the season and into the tournament, with scouts noting his potential as a starting-caliber point guard at the next level based on his feel for the game and ability to impact winning. For Milwaukee — a franchise facing significant roster decisions this offseason — Philon provides youth, upside, and a viable long-term answer at a position of need.

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