Unveiled: The 2026 NBA Draft First-Round Picks That Could Redefine the Future of Basketball
5. Los Angeles Clippers: Keaton Wagler, Illinois, 6-5 Guard
Ranked fifth in D-I in WAR (8.83) as a freshman while leading Illinois to the Final Four.
6. Brooklyn Nets: Mikel Brown Jr., Louisville, 6-4 Point Guard
Posted 45 points with 10 3s against NC State, but later missed the ACC and NCAA tournaments with a back injury.
7. Sacramento Kings: Darius Acuff Jr., Arkansas, 6-2 Point Guard
The first-team All-American averaged 28.8 points and 6.7 assists over his final 13 games while shooting 47.6% on 3-pointers.



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