🔮 Post-lottery NBA mock draft with all 60 picks
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- NBA sets the 2026 draft order, giving the Washington Wizards the No. 1 pick (AJ Dybantsa), Utah Jazz No. 2 (Darryn Peterson), Memphis Grizzlies No. 3, Chicago Bulls No. 4, and LA Clippers No. 5.
- NBA schedules the draft combine in Chicago from Monday through the end of the week, with the NCAA withdrawal deadline set for 11:59 p.m. ET on May 27.
- NBA projects AJ Dybantsa of BYU as the top prospect, highlighting his Division I scoring lead and two‑way upside as a potential franchise cornerstone.
Why it matters: The Wizards gain a franchise‑level prospect, while the Pacers lose a protected top‑four pick; the May 27 deadline forces college players to decide, reshaping team rosters and rookie contract markets.
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