1. A.J. Dybantsa | F | 6’8″ | BYU
Dybantsa checks every box. It starts with his length and athleticism, which fuel an elite shot-creating ability that very few prospects at any level can match. Dybantsa was remarkably poised as a freshman, and by the end of the season he was dropping 30 points on a nightly basis. He will make the jump to the NBA and be a matchup nightmare from day one.
2. Darryn Peterson | G | 6’6″ | Kansas
Peterson had an up-and-down season due to cramping issues, which is the only reason he is not sitting at number one. He is a natural scorer who is vastly underrated as an athlete, and there are legitimate questions about his durability going forward. But Peterson is simply too talented to pass on. When he was healthy and locked in, he was as good as anyone in college basketball.
3. Darius Acuff | G | 6’2″ | Arkansas
The SEC Player of the Year. Acuff is another John Calipari guard who is going to be a problem in the NBA — and this one has the tools to make it sooner rather than later. The NBA-ready body, the playmaking ability, and a silky smooth jump shot make Acuff one of the most complete guards in this draft class.
4. Cameron Boozer | F | 6’8″ | Duke
Boozer is a gamer. He was dominant in the post at Duke and won the Wooden Award for all the right reasons. He is a force inside, shot the ball exceptionally well from the perimeter last season, and brings a versatile defensive presence and an underrated passing ability out of the post. Boozer is the real deal.
5. Caleb Wilson | F | 6’9″ | UNC
Wilson is probably the best pure athlete in this entire draft class and was one of the most exciting players in college basketball before going down to injury last season. A polished mid-range game and a developing three-pointer make him a legitimate top-five pick. When healthy, the ceiling here is enormous.
6. Keaton Wagler | G | 6’5″ | Illinois
A year ago, nobody knew who Keaton Wagler was. Now he is a likely top-10 pick — and he earned every bit of it. Wagler was the offensive engine of the 2025-26 Fighting Illini, a shot taker and shot maker who played with incredible body control and was the best shooter in the gym every single night.
7. Mikel Brown Jr. | G | 6’5″ | Louisville
The potential is undeniable. Brown had his ups and downs as a freshman due to injury, but what he showed in between was more than enough to earn a top-10 spot. His touch around the rim is elite, as he was one of the most gifted finishers in college basketball. The best is absolutely ahead of him.
8. Kingston Flemings | G | 6’3″ | Houston
One word: Athlete. Flemings was automatic from mid-range all season and is a terror in transition. He will continue to develop his jump shot and add muscle to prepare for the NBA game, but the tools are already there. Flemings is going to have a very long career.
9. Nate Ament | F | 6’10” | Tennessee
The size and upside are undeniable. Ament was a highly effective mid-range scorer as a freshman and made his presence felt on the glass all season long. What often goes overlooked is his defensive versatility — Ament can guard multiple positions and was far more impactful on that end than his recruiting profile suggested. He is one of the most underrated prospects in this class.
10. Yaxel Lendeborg | F | 6’9″ | Michigan
Yes, the super senior is a top-10 pick — and it is not even a debate. Lendeborg is going to be an all-star role player at the NBA level. He is an elite defender, a smart playmaker, and one of those rare players who just knows how to win. His basketball IQ is off the charts, and every team in the league should want him.
