2026 NBA Mock Draft: Surprising First-Round Picks That Could Change the Future of Every Team
23. Atlanta Hawks: Henri Veesaar, North Carolina, 6-11 Center
With Burries already addressing their backcourt at No. 8, the Hawks turn to their biggest remaining need with this pick: a long-term center behind Onyeka Okongwu. The junior Veesaar gives Atlanta a stretch 5 as he shot 42.6% from 3-point range last season.
24. New York Knicks: Tarris Reed Jr., UConn, 6-10 Center
With the Knicks coming off their first NBA title in 53 years, most of their rotation is under contract for 2026-27. Mitchell Robinson is set to be a free agent, so they may look to replace him here with Reed. He fits with rim protection and rebounding on both ends of the floor. A quality finisher, he led the Big East in field goal percentage (60.7) as a senior.



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