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NBA mock drafts 2026: Compare Jeremy Woo, Sam Vecenie, and other expert opinions for this summer's 2026 NBA Draft
TL;DR
The Washington Wizards won the NBA Lottery and secured the No. 1 pick for the 2026 NBA Draft. The Utah Jazz and Memphis Grizzlies follow with the No. 2 and No. 3 picks, respectively.
Key points
- Washington Wizards won the NBA Lottery
- Wizards secured the No. 1 pick for the 2026 Draft
- Utah Jazz and Memphis Grizzlies have the No. 2 and No. 3 picks
- Indiana Pacers lost their pick to the Los Angeles Clippers
- Three teams had a 14% chance to win the lottery
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After Sunday's NBA Lottery concluded, basketball fans now have their first look at where the draft's best talents may land.
The Washington Wizards were the event's biggest winners, as they won the lottery sweepstakes at the No. 1 pick. The Utah Jazz obtained the No. 2 spot, while the Memphis Grizzlies will be drafting third overall.
Although the Wizards had a lottery-best 14% chance to win the lottery, it was far from a given among the three worst teams in the league. The Indiana Pacers and Brooklyn Nets also had 14% chances to win, but walked away with the Nos. 5 and 6 picks. To make matters worse for Indiana, they actually lost their pick due to the No. 5 spot being outside of their pick protections; the pick was given to the Los Angeles Clippers as a term for the trade.
Q&A
Who won the NBA Lottery for the 2026 Draft?
The Washington Wizards won the NBA Lottery and secured the No. 1 overall pick.
What teams have the top three picks in the 2026 NBA Draft?
The top three picks are held by the Washington Wizards (1st), Utah Jazz (2nd), and Memphis Grizzlies (3rd).
Why did the Indiana Pacers lose their draft pick in the 2026 Lottery?
The Indiana Pacers lost their pick because it fell outside of their pick protections, which allowed the Los Angeles Clippers to receive it.
What were the odds for the teams in the 2026 NBA Lottery?
The Washington Wizards, Indiana Pacers, and Brooklyn Nets all had a 14% chance to win the lottery.
