2026 NBA Draft grades for all 30 teams: Grizzlies, Thunder get highest marks
Key Points:
- The 2026 NBA Draft team grades highlight several top picks and strategic moves, with the Atlanta Hawks earning an A- for selecting Kingston Flemings and strengthening their frontcourt, while the Boston Celtics received an A for targeting promising big men like Chris Cenac Jr.
- The Memphis Grizzlies secured an A+ grade by drafting Cameron Boozer, a polished 6-foot-8 scorer with point-forward skills, alongside promising talents Karim López and Richie Saunders, building a strong young core.
- The Washington Wizards also earned an A grade by selecting AJ Dybantsa, a 6-foot-9 scorer with star potential, complemented by veteran teammates to ease his transition and additional depth with Felix Okpara.
- The Oklahoma City Thunder received an A+ for acquiring Aday Mara, a versatile center with elite timing, and Bennett Stirtz, a skilled playmaker, indicating a focus on building a competitive future core.
- Some teams faced challenges, such as the Orlando Magic receiving a C grade due to a lack of shooting from their pick Izaiyah Nelson, and the Portland Trail Blazers not making any selections in the draft, resulting in an incomplete grade.