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Denver Nuggets NBA mock draft: latest predictions before 2026 playoffs
TL;DR
The NBA regular season has concluded, prompting teams to focus on the 2026 NBA Draft. With many collegiate players declaring for the draft, insights into potential prospects are emerging ahead of the draft lottery on May 10 in Chicago.
The NBA regular season is over, which means many teams are shifting their focus entirely to the 2026 NBA Draft.
With nearly half of the teams done with games for the season, their scouts and front office executives will soon determine which future pros they may add to their roster for next year. After an exciting March Madness tournament won by the Michigan Wolverines, several prospects showed exactly what they can offer in the league.
As many collegiate players announce their intention to declare early entry to the 2026 NBA Draft, we can start to develop a more clear picture of what this class may look like.
The 2026 NBA Draft Lottery, which will determine the order of picks one through fourteen, will be held May 10 in Chicago, followed immediately that week by the draft combine, also in Chicago.
Here's how USA TODAY currently projects the No. 26 pick will play out with Denver Nuggets making the selection.
Our draft order is based on Tankathon.com and factors in trades, including swaps and protections.
Denver Nuggets 2026 projected draft picks
- No. 26 and No. 50 (via ATL)
Denver Nuggets 2026 NBA Draft prediction: Pick No. 26 overall, Thomas Haugh, F, Florida
Kalbrosky's Analysis:
After winning a national championship with Florida last season, Thomas Haugh was instantly regarded as one of the most interesting players who elected to return to college. The All-SEC forward had one of the top motors in the NCAA this season before an early elimination from March Madness. While he did not score efficiently in a set offense this year, he does not need the ball in his hands very often to make a difference on the floor for his team. He can serve as a glue guy for a contending team looking to win an NBA title like the Nuggets.
See USA TODAY's full mock draft 10.0 here
Thomas Haugh player profile
(all stats as of April 8)
- Position: Forward
- Current Team: Florida
- 16 points per game
- 6.2 rebounds per game
- 2 assists per game
- 46.1 field goal percentage
- 33.1 three-point field goal percentage
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Denver Nuggets NBA mock draft: latest predictions before 2026 playoffs
Q&A
When is the 2026 NBA Draft Lottery scheduled?
The 2026 NBA Draft Lottery is scheduled for May 10 in Chicago.
Which college team won the March Madness tournament leading up to the 2026 NBA Draft?
The Michigan Wolverines won the March Madness tournament prior to the 2026 NBA Draft.
What events will take place in Chicago during the 2026 NBA Draft week?
The 2026 NBA Draft Lottery will be held on May 10, followed by the draft combine later that week, both in Chicago.
