Unveiled: The 2026 NBA Draft First-Round Picks That Could Redefine the Future of Basketball
21. Detroit Pistons: Karim Lopez, New Zealand Breakers, 6-8 Forward
The first Mexican-born first-round pick in NBA Draft history averaged 11.9 points and 6.1 rebounds on 49% shooting for the New Zealand Breakers. (Traded to Memphis Grizzlies)
22. Philadelphia 76ers: Labaron Philon Jr., Alabama, 6-3 Point Guard
Posted the highest offensive DRIP (6.1) of any sophomore draft prospect while nearly shooting 50/40/80 splits for Alabama.
23. Atlanta Hawks: Zuby Ejiofor, St. John’s, 6-9 Power Forward
First player in Big East history to receive Player of the Year, Defensive Player of the Year, Scholar-Athlete of the Year and the Dave Gavitt Trophy (Big East Tournament MVP) in the same season.



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