Right here is the primary combination mock draft for 2026, compiled from solely eight of the same old 10 mock drafts obtainable to create a composite rating. At this early stage, opinions are extremely conflicting, making it difficult to succeed in a consensus. Consequently, there are vital variations in participant evaluations as soon as we transfer past the High 20 prospects.
Personally, a rule of thumb is to keep away from “over-scouting” youngsters in highschool gyms and attempt to hold tabs on how they carry out as they enter faculty (or abroad as professionals). Having skilled a development spurt myself at 23, going from 5-11 to 6-1. I acknowledge how a lot these younger athletes can change bodily (and mentally) in a brief period of time (or be a late bloomer). An ideal instance is Kevon Looney, in the event you take a look at his highschool mixtape, you might need assumed he would develop into the subsequent nice scoring ahead. As a substitute, he remodeled into a powerful, excessive really feel, huge man after overcoming numerous accidents.
Presently, as we consider prospects, it’s vital to notice that some freshmen and transfers haven’t even arrived on campus but. This 12 months, we’re additionally seeing an inflow of European expertise as a result of NIL alternatives. With faculties implementing wage caps, many worldwide gamers select faculty basketball over staying in European leagues the place they’d compete for minutes towards seasoned veterans preventing to assist their households.
An evidence for HoopsHype’s Draft Predictor from colleague Alberto de Roa, who contributed analysis to this story, will be found here.
NOTE: These rankings mirror the composite rating to get a really feel for the general consensus, not our personal opinion.
Darryn Peterson – adidas Eurocamp
Greatest rank: 1 / Worst rank: 2
6-5 | 195 lbs | 6-10 WS | Freshman
Kansas picked up a gem on this prototypical sized jumbo guard that may play one by three and has the mature vibe of a 30-year-old in a teen physique. Peterson can rating from wherever on the ground and has the potential to be a franchise participant. He’s a pure scorer who can hit powerful pull-up photographs and play as a lead guard or a cutter off the ball. He can in all probability defend each place besides facilities as soon as he absolutely bulks up in his 20s. He’s obtained the physique to deal with greater wings and athleticism to hold with faster guards. Some scouts suppose he would possibly simply be higher than the 2025 NBA Draft’s No. 1 total decide Cooper Flagg.
Jonae McCloud-USA Basketball
Greatest rank: 1 / Worst rank: 3
6-9 | 210 lbs | 7-0 WS | Freshman
Dybantsa has loopy defensive expertise, hops such as you wouldn’t imagine, and might play each the three and 4 positions. Dybantsa is a block-hunter and likes to create turnovers, plus he hastens the courtroom for some spotlight finishes. He has first rate handles to maintain defenders on their toes, however nonetheless must work on his half-court recreation a bit. Dybantsa has all of the instruments, prototypical dimension and athleticism to be an All-NBA caliber two-way franchise cornerstone.
Jonae McCloud-USA Basketball
Greatest rank: 1 / Worst rank: 3
6-9 | 245 lbs | 7-1 WS | Freshman
The Son of Carlos Boozer,and twin brother of Cayden Boozer, Cam Boozer is an influence ahead for Duke who performs like a beast. He’s obtained elite rebounding expertise, gentle arms, and nice footwork, and throws outlet passes that type of remind you of Kevin Love. Boozer can soar excessive for putbacks and has a pleasant contact as much as 17 toes, which opens up his pick-and-pop recreation. He’s polished, productive, and unselfish, and he’s wanting like somebody who could make an instantaneous affect within the frontcourt as a pure 4 that may be a change huge.
Nate Ament – Beneath Armour Elite 24
Greatest rank: 4 / Worst rank: 7
6-10 | 185 lbs | 7-0 WS | Freshman
This 6-10, 185-pound freshman from Tennessee is a little bit of a wild card. He’s obtained the ability set of a ahead who can shoot, and he reminds you of Kevin Durant-Brandon Ingram together with his pull-up skill. The catch? He tends to fade when the sport will get bodily, and he can develop into so passive that he disappears within the background. If he bulks up and stays constant, his taking pictures and ball-handling might push him to the highest; if not, he would possibly simply be a streaky scorer. He has the bottom flooring out of the High 4 however somebody might argue he has the second highest ceiling (potential smart behind Peterson) on this class if all of it hits.
Pamela Smith-Imagn Photos
Greatest rank: 5 / Worst rank: 14
6-3 | 173 lbs | 6-6 WS | Freshman
Brown is a dynamic participant who can create area to attain and is taken into account the highest pure level guard within the draft, even together with his score-first mentality. He is aware of find out how to manipulate defenses in pick-and-roll conditions however must sharpen his decision-making and add some muscle for the NBA. Brown is extra of a scoring guard like Coby White than a flooring basic. If he polishes his recreation, he could possibly be a powerful starter or a fantastic prompt the bench.
College of Kentucky
Greatest rank: 4 / Worst rank: 13
6-10 | 250 lbs | 7-5 WS | Sophomore
The Kentucky sophomore performs like he’s a middle who’s nonetheless engaged on turning into a ahead. He’s an explosive goal for lobs, has an enormous attain, and is likely to be essentially the most versatile huge on this class. He’s nice at blocking photographs and might dangle with guards on the perimeter, however his offense nonetheless wants some work past straightforward dunks and put-backs. With even slight enhancements, he might actually shine as a two-way starter. The most important query for him to reply this 12 months is that if he’s a 4 or an undersized 5.
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Greatest rank: 5 / Worst rank: 18
6-8 | 210 lbs | 6-11 WS | 2007
Heralded as the long run face of Mexican basketball (enjoying for the NZ Breakers as a NBL Subsequent Stars), Lopez has a little bit of every thing, a good deal with, okay jumper, and good dimension, however he doesn’t have one elite ability that stands out, main some to label him as a “Georges Niang with further size.” If he can develop a stronger dribble or develop into a greater catch-and-shoot participant, he might discover actual worth within the league; if not, he would possibly find yourself being a strong bench function participant.
Pamela Smith-Imagn Photos
Greatest rank: 5 / Worst rank: 16
6-10 | 233 lbs | 7-4 WS | Freshman
Initiatives as an anchor for Houston attributable to his gorgeous 7-4 wingspan and a few spectacular footwork for an enormous man. He exhibits off his grab-and-go expertise and has gentle contact across the basket. Cenac can change simply between totally different defensive schemes, however he nonetheless has some uncooked sides to his recreation, particularly together with his footwork and ball dealing with. With extra playtime, he might flip right into a rim-runner and shot-blocking specialist.
Pamela Smith-Imagn Photos
Greatest rank: 6 / Worst rank: NR
6-9 | 205 lbs | 7-0 WS | Freshman
The North Carolina freshman has loads going for him together with his fluid motion, flashes of spectacular expertise, and instincts on protection. Wilson’s motor isn’t revving on a regular basis however when he’s unleashed, he’s a freak of nature. Nevertheless, he hasn’t managed to place all of it collectively constantly but, and his taking pictures will be hit and miss. Nonetheless, there’s clear potential right here for him to develop into a contemporary two-way ahead if he can amp up his motor and expertise.
Nike
Greatest rank: 4 / Worst rank: NR
6-5 | 215 lbs | 6-9 WS | Freshman
Appears to be like like a grown man, at 6-5 with a chiseled-frame, as a freshman from Baylor, Yessoufou is a strong athlete who’s appeared prepared for faculty since he arrived. He’s going to be a participant to look at, able to guarding a number of positions and attacking the rim aggressively. Yessoufou will remind individuals of Anthony Edwards at first look, nevertheless we don’t suppose he’s in the identical stratosphere as Ant. If he can develop a dependable catch-and-shoot recreation, he would possibly develop into a improbable 3-and-D starter or an explosive vitality man off the bench.
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Greatest rank: 9 / Worst rank: NR
6-6 | 190 lbs | 6-10 WS | 2007
At 6-6, this guard from Melbourne United can rating from in all places with ease, and has the identical killer defensive instincts his older brother, Dyson Daniels, is understood for. His easy launch makes him lethal towards closeouts, and he has a knack for creating performs. Whereas he’s aggressive on protection and has a strong construct, he’s obtained common restoration pace. Daniels could possibly be a guard, nevertheless, he appears to be extra of a swingman and can be capable to guard one by 4 when he bulks up. He might match properly as a late-lottery participant who can step in and shoot, with the potential to develop into a flexible two-way starter.
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Greatest rank: 4 / Worst rank: 18
6-8 | 235 lbs | 6-11 WS | Freshman
Peat is a frontcourt participant, his brother is NFL lineman Andrus Peat, who could possibly be a gritty, undersized change huge much like Isaiah Stewart. With some fast footwork, he is aware of find out how to make the most of mismatches within the submit, and his skill to stretch the ground retains defenses guessing. If he can work on his lateral quickness and timing on rim safety, he might actually shine as a small-ball 5.
Robert Deutsch-Imagn Photos
Greatest rank: 11 / Worst rank: NR
6-7 | 170 lbs | 6-10 WS | Sophomore
Evans withdrew from the 2025 NBA Draft, the place he was climbing up boards as a possible first spherical decide, to return for his sophomore 12 months at Duke. He’s a wiry quantity three-point shooter with a fast launch that makes opposing defenses sweat, particularly together with his skill to shoot from approach past the NBA three-point line. If he can placed on some muscle, add some ballhandling and enhance his shot creation, Evans might develop right into a go-to scorer and a strong two-way participant within the rotation.
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Greatest rank: 9 / Worst rank: 35
6-4 | 180 lbs | 6-7 WS | Senior
This senior combo guard heading to Iowa after a quick stint at Drake is understood for his nice taking pictures off the transfer and artful handles. Following teaching genius Ben McCollum to Iowa, count on Stirtz to proceed being the obedient solider he hsi and ball out underneath McCollum’s scheme. If he can show he will be environment friendly towards powerful Massive Ten competitors, he’ll solidify his worth as a go-to shooter who can even contribute as a secondary playmaker.
College of Michigan
Greatest rank: 11 / Worst rank: 28
6-9 | 235 lbs | 7-4 WS | Senior
Lendeborg, who withdrew from the 2025 NBA Draft after being a possible first-round decide, can do a little bit of every thing. He helps provoke quick breaks, makes performs on the transfer, and scores from everywhere in the courtroom whereas snagging rebounds and switching on protection. If he can tighten up his jumper and make cleaner selections, he would possibly match the mildew of a flexible two-way frontcourt participant like Guerschon Yabusele on the subsequent degree.
Tolga Adanali/Euroleague Basketball through Getty Photos
Greatest rank: 9 / Worst rank: NR
6-7 | 195 lbs | 6-11 WS | 2006
The extremely anticipated French wing arrives from Barcelona with an intriguing mix of defensive versatility and the power to shoot from past the arc. At Duke, he’s anticipated to showcase his dynamic slashing capabilities in transition and within the half-court. Nevertheless, scouts are primarily eager to look at enhancements in his off-ball taking pictures and decision-making when driving to the basket. Ought to his courtroom consciousness evolve to match his bodily instruments, Sarr has the potential to emerge as a High 10 two-way wing within the league akin to Bilal Coulibaly.
Jordan Prather-Imagn Photos
Greatest rank: 14 / Worst rank: NR
6-1 | 172 lbs | 6-5 WS | Sophomore
Auburn’s lead guard is a dynamic scorer with a knack for fast bursts of pace, adept at hitting pull-up three-pointers and fearlessly attacking the rim. Pettiford had a good showcase on the 2025 NBA Draft Mix and he’ll use the suggestions from scouts this season to spice up his draft inventory. His shorter stature might restrict his margin for error in sure conditions, making it important for him to enhance his playmaking talents and on-ball protection to remodel late-first spherical buzz into strong draft actuality.
Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Photos
Greatest rank: 10 / Worst rank: NR
6-3 | 175 lbs | 6-6 WS | Sophomore
With a sophisticated understanding of the sport, Philon navigates the courtroom brilliantly, utilizing adjustments in tempo and intelligent off-ball actions to govern opposing defenses. Philon has this herky-jerky type of play that can swimsuit the NBA if he can enhance his shot. Including 10 kilos of muscle and creating a extra constant catch-and-shoot recreation might elevate his excessive basketball IQ into tangible first-round worth.
Ezra Shaw/Getty Photos
Greatest rank: 16 / Worst rank: NR
6-6 | 215 lbs | 6-10 WS | Sophomore
The youthful brother of NBA participant Kevin Knox has proven vital development, ending final season with a strong season taking pictures from deep. Combining straight-line explosiveness with an improved taking pictures stroke, if Knox can keep his jumper whereas tightening his ball-handling expertise, he might remodel right into a precious plug-and-play scoring wing.
College of Florida
Greatest rank: 8 / Worst rank: NR
6-2 | 172 lbs | 6-6 WS | Sophomore
A maestro of the pick-and-roll, Fland has the power to shift speeds and drain long-range photographs with ease. Nevertheless, he should discover a stability between his scoring intuition and playmaking duties. Fland has one of many best-looking photographs in faculty basketball, and he must be extra constant from deep as he’ll be an undersized guard prospect for the fashionable NBA. Florida’s fast-paced type of play will present him with the chance to showcase that he’s not only a scorer, but in addition a succesful facilitator.
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Greatest rank: 7 / Worst rank: NR
6-5 | 185 lbs | 6-7 WS | Freshman
Probably the most deadly motion shooters on this class, boasting a staggering shot from three through the AAU season, Mullins joins Dan Hurley’s screen-heavy offense. His tenacious protection on the point-of-attack will hold him on the ground, and his skill to make fast selections and create off-ball motion hints at substantial one-and-done potential. If Mullins can present the power to shoot off-ball when operating off screens, showcase his motion taking pictures and be constant, he’ll be a possible lottery decide.
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Greatest rank: 5 / Worst rank: NR
6-8 | 215 lbs | 6-9 WS | Freshman
Khamenia from Duke is one other thrilling expertise. Standing 6-8 and weighing 215 kilos, he performs like some extent guard whereas additionally being a ahead. He processes the sport tremendous quick, could make fancy passes with both hand, and has dependable taking pictures vary. Khamenia must solidify his place as a combo ahead and keep away from being labeled as a “tweener” attributable to his distinctive skillset. If he can enhance his burst and add some energy, he’ll actually elevate his recreation and be a sensible playmaker in any lineup.
Scott Wachter-Imagn Photos
Greatest rank: 15 / Worst rank: NR
6-9 | 210 lbs | 6-11 WS | Junior
The Gators’ hidden gem, Haugh combines the agility to change on protection, explosive leaping skill, and an rising taking pictures contact from past the arc, hitting 34 % of his makes an attempt. Haugh matches the modern-say 4 place as a utility participant that may moonlight as a stretch 5. The Gators noticed a major soar in internet ranking throughout his minutes; a rise in his function might catapult him into first-round consideration.
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Greatest rank: 5 / Worst rank: NR
6-2 | 180 lbs | 6-6 WS | Freshman
An explosive lead guard, Acuff possesses a powerful construct paired with downhill pace and spectacular taking pictures vary. Acuff Jr. has a thicker construct, decrease middle of gravity and is usually a dynamic facilitator within the pick-and-roll. His success will hinge on his consistency as a decision-maker and his dedication to defensive duties, which is able to decide if his esteemed highschool pedigree interprets to quick SEC success.
Pamela Smith-Imagn Photos
Greatest rank: 9 / Worst rank: NR
6-7 | 197 lbs | 7-0 WS | Freshman
Presently recovering from a critical automobile crash, the son of former NBA star Gilbert Arenas shows a powerful ability set with the footwork and confidence of knowledgeable scorer. Arenas is an enormous combo guard who can play the wing, with the power to attain on all three ranges whereas guarding one by threes. If he can regain his quickness and shot-creating skill, the 18-year-old nonetheless holds the potential to be a excessive lottery choice.
Robert Deutsch-Imagn Photos
Greatest rank: 19 / Worst rank: NR
7-0 | 222 lbs | 7-0 WS | Junior
A cell seven-footer with gentle arms and distinctive grab-and-go capabilities, Condon possesses a budding proficiency in pick-and-pop conditions. He performs with the stereotypical Aussie grit, prepared to play greater than he’s, does the soiled work and at all times makes himself obtainable. To raise his standing from an intriguing prospect to a strong funding, he should develop into extra assertive in securing rebounds and constantly defending the rim.
Eakin Howard-Imagn Photos
Greatest rank: 23 / Worst rank: NR
6-9 | 210 lbs | 7-1 WS | Junior
Recognized for his relentless motor, Toppin excels at rebounding, transitioning easily, switching onto wing gamers, and displaying flashes of face-up scoring. Toppin is arguably the most effective rebounding non-big within the nation and the most effective offensive rebounders within the nation. By honing his nook three-point taking pictures proficiency and enhancing his short-roll passing expertise, he can scale his energizing type into NBA rotations.
Rick Osentoski-Imagn Photos
Greatest rank: 17 / Worst rank: NR
6-6 | 182 lbs | 6-10 WS | Junior
A defensive playmaker with spectacular stats, together with 2.1 steals and 1.1 blocks per recreation, Byrd possesses a eager passing imaginative and prescient and a strong free throw proportion that bodes properly as foreshadowing his taking pictures potential. Byrd has all of the makings of a Swiss military knife sort of wing that competes on each ens. After withdrawing from the 2025 NBA Draft as a fringe first-round prospect, Byrd will hit the load room and the health club to spice up his draft inventory. Nevertheless, his profession taking pictures from three stays the lone barrier between him and true 3-and-D standing.
College of St. John’s
Greatest rank: 15 / Worst rank: NR
6-5 | 190 lbs | 6-8 WS | Sophomore
An explosive athlete, Jackson showcases the power to attain from all three ranges however nonetheless requires enchancment in his decision-making and defensive self-discipline. Jackson confirmed he can rating in a myriad of the way however the inconsistency and tunnel imaginative and prescient as a passer hurts him. He might additionally develop into a extra an engaged defender as his effort wanes at instances. A breakout season underneath Rick Pitino’s steerage might reignite his trajectory towards a High 15 draft choice.
William Purnell-Imagn Photos
Greatest rank: 21 / Worst rank: NR
6-7 | 230 lbs | 7-6 WS | Junior
Broadly thought to be one in every of faculty basketball’s finest defenders, Tugler excels at erasing errors with exceptional floor protection and spectacular vertical leaping skill attributable to his wingspan being virtually a foot longer than his top. He will likely be a day one plus-help defender and weakside rim protector within the NBA. Offensively, his recreation is restricted to cuts and rolls, however even creating a dependable nook three-point shot would improve his readiness for the NBA.
Pamela Smith-Imagn Photos
Greatest rank: 11 / Worst rank: NR
6-4 | 190 lbs | 6-5 WS | Freshman
College of Kentucky
Greatest rank: 17 / Worst rank: NR
6-8 | 190 lbs | 6-10 WS | Freshman
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Greatest rank: 9 / Worst rank: NR
6-4 | 185 lbs | 6-6 WS | Freshman
Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Photos
Greatest rank: 11 / Worst rank: NR
6-5 | 200 lbs | 6-9 WS | Freshman
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Greatest rank: 17 / Worst rank: NR
6-6 | 175 lbs | 6-7 WS | 2005
College of Michigan
Greatest rank: 22 / Worst rank: NR
7-3 | 233 lbs | 7-6 WS | Junior
Robert Deutsch-Imagn Photos
Greatest rank: 24 / Worst rank: NR
6-4 | 190 lbs | 6-5 WS | Senior
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Greatest rank: 28 / Worst rank: NR
6-0 | 175 lbs | 6-3 WS | Senior
Bob Donnan-Imagn Photos
Greatest rank: 27 / Worst rank: NR
6-8 | 219 lbs | 6-11 | Senior
Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Imagesn Photos
Greatest rank: 18 / Worst rank: NR
6-4 | 200 lbs | 6-5 WS | Freshman
Bob Donnan-Imagn Photos
Greatest rank: 13 / Worst rank: NR
6-10 | 235 lbs | 7-4 WS | Sophomore
Dylan Buell/Getty Photos
Greatest rank: 36 / Worst rank: NR
6-8 | 220 lbs | 6-10 WS | Sophomore
Bob Donnan-Imagn Photos
Greatest rank: 21 / Worst rank: NR
6-3 | 190 lbs | 6-6 WS | Junior
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Greatest rank: 33 / Worst rank: NR
6-6 | 236 lbs | 6-6 WS | Senior
College of Kentucky
Greatest rank: 31 / Worst rank: NR
6-1 | 162 lbs | 6-6 WS | Junior
Benny Sieu-Imagn Photos
Greatest rank: 35 / Worst rank: NR
7-1 | 220 lbs | 7-3 WS | Sophomore
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Greatest rank: 34 / Worst rank: NR
7-0 | 250 lbs | 7-6 WS | Senior
Zachary Taft-Imagn Photos
Greatest rank: 27 / Worst rank: NR
6-5 | 195 lbs | 6-7 WS | Sophomore
Kansas State College
Greatest rank: 24 / Worst rank: NR
6-6 | 195 lbs | 6-9 WS | 2006
KK Mega Basket
Greatest rank: 25 / Worst rank: NR
6-7 | 190 lbs | 6-9 WS | 2007
Brian Fluharty-Imagn Photos
Greatest rank: 34 / Worst rank: NR
6-9 | 240 lbs | 7-1 WS | Junior
College of Washington
Greatest rank: 26 / Worst rank: NR
6-9 | 185 lbs | 6-11 WS | 2006
College of Southern California
Greatest rank: 23 / Worst rank: NR
6-10 | 230 lbs | 7-0 WS | Sophomore
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Greatest rank: 27 / Worst rank: NR
7-2 | 260 lbs | 7-2 WS | Junior
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Greatest rank: 26 / Worst rank: NR
6-7 | 187 lbs | 6-8 WS | 2006
Arianna Grainey-Imagn Photos
Greatest rank: 29 / Worst rank: NR
6-6 | 200 lbs | 6-8 WS | Sophomore
College of Virginia
Greatest rank: 37 / Worst rank: NR
6-10 | 220 lbs | 7-0 WS | 2005
Syracuse Athletics
Greatest rank: 29 / Worst rank: NR
6-9 | 205 lbs | 6-10 | Sophomore
Illinois Athletics
Greatest rank: 4 / Worst rank: NR
6-7 | 205 lbs | 6-9 | Junior
