NBA mock draft 2026: Final projection after Giannis trade lands Bucks another lottery pick

Key Points:

• The 2026 NBA Draft kicks off Tuesday night with the Washington Wizards holding the No. 1 overall pick, and Cameron Boozer is highlighted as the top player in this class.
• Key changes in the mock draft include the Brooklyn Nets favoring Louisville guard Mikel Brown Jr. at No. 6 and the Sacramento Kings targeting Arkansas guard Darius Acuff at No. 7.
• The Atlanta Hawks are expected to choose between Kingston Flemings and Aday Mara, with Flemings projected as the likely pick, while the Golden State Warriors and Oklahoma City Thunder select Aday Mara and Yaxel Lendeborg, respectively.
• The Milwaukee Bucks have multiple options at No. 13, with Hannes Steinbach projected as the pick due to his rebounding and versatility; the Chicago Bulls' choice at No. 15 remains uncertain amid recent roster moves.
• The draft will be broadcast on ESPN starting at 8 p.m. ET on June 23 for the first round, with the second round airing at the same time the following day.