2026 NBA Mock Draft: Surprising First-Round Picks That Could Change the Future of Every Team

4. Chicago Bulls: Caleb Wilson, North Carolina, 6-9 Forward
With Dybantsa, Peterson and Boozer off the board, Wilson presents himself as the best player available for the Bulls. Given they’re a more guard-heavy team with Josh Giddey and all their trade acquisitions from last season, the Bulls are in need of size and versatility. At 6-foot-9 and as a two-way forward with defensive ability, he fits their needs.
5. Los Angeles Clippers: Darius Acuff Jr., Arkansas, 6-2 Guard
Of the remaining players on the board, our draft model projects Acuff as having the highest probability of turning into an All-Star during his rookie contract. Acuff had the fifth-highest O-DRIP (third highest among freshmen) in his lone season at Arkansas, and he gives the Clippers their future backcourt mate for Darius Garland.



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