2026 NBA Draft Lottery Results:
- Washington Wizards
- Utah Jazz
- Memphis Grizzlies
- Chicago Bulls
- Los Angeles Clippers (via Indiana Pacers)
- Brooklyn Nets
- Sacramento Kings
- Atlanta Hawks
- Dallas Mavericks
- Milwaukee Bucks
- Golden State Warriors
- Oklahoma City Thunder (via LA Clippers)
- Miami Heat
- Charlotte Hornets
The Wizards, who previously won the lottery in 2001 (selecting Kwame Brown) and 2010 (selecting John Wall), now have a major decision ahead of them. The top prospects for the No. 1 pick are expected to include AJ Dybantsa, Darryn Peterson, Cameron Boozer, and Caleb Wilson, with the Wizards likely to be deciding between these elite talents. Dybantsa, in particular, has made a major push as the top prospect, surpassing Peterson on many team draft boards.
The Utah Jazz, who hold the No. 2 pick, are closely linked to Dybantsa, and they could be in line to add one of the draft’s most coveted players. The Memphis Grizzlies and Chicago Bulls round out the top four picks, each in position to add young talent to their rosters.
The 2026 draft class is considered particularly deep, especially at the guard position, with players like Darius Acuff Jr., Keaton Wagler, Kingston Flemings, Mikel Brown Jr., and Brayden Burries offering significant potential.
The Los Angeles Clippers will pick fifth, thanks to a trade with the Indiana Pacers involving Ivica Zubac. Other notable teams with lottery picks include the Brooklyn Nets at No. 6, the Sacramento Kings at No. 7, and the Atlanta Hawks at No. 8.
As the draft process heats up, all eyes will be on the Washington Wizards and their pivotal decision with the No. 1 pick, which could shape the direction of their franchise for years to come.
