There look like 4 potential candidates to be chosen No. 1 within the 2026 NBA draft in Darryn Peterson, A.J. Dybantsa, Cameron Boozer and Nate Ament. In ESPN’s preliminary mock draft, they’ve Peterson at No. 1.
Dybantsa had lengthy been thought of the possible first total decide in 2026, however Peterson has elevated his sport this season for Prolific Prep. Peterson is averaging 30.4 factors and seven.1 assists whereas capturing 44 p.c on three-pointers. Peterson is a Kansas commit and attracts comparisons to Damian Lillard together with his shot creation. Peterson has extra measurement than Lillard at 6’6 with a 6’11 wingspan.
Dybantsa slots into No. 2 and ESPN writes that his place there may be extra about Peterson than any shortcomings together with his sport. Dybantsa is a multi-dimensional 6’9 wing who will play for BYU.
Boozer is at No. 3 together with his spectacular highschool resume and projection to have an analogous influence at Duke as Cooper Flagg is having this season.
Ament has emerged over the previous few months and is slotted at No. 4. Ament’s ability degree and size at 6’11 makes him probably the participant with essentially the most upside within the class. Ament has but to commit to a college and is contemplating Duke, Kentucky and Louisville.
