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Live Updates: 2026 NBA Draft, every pick, reaction and trade from Brooklyn
Jun 23 2026 19:17 · By NBA.com Staff · 29 Reads
Washington has the first pick in the 2026 NBA Draft.
Welcome to the
2026 NBA Draft
live blog. This year’s event will mark the 80th anniversary of the NBA Draft.
Follow along for the latest updates, top picks, reactions, and more.
What we know about the 2026 NBA Draft
The first round
will be held tonight (8 ET, ABC & ESPN)
, while the second round will be on
June 24 (8 p.m. ET,
ESPN
).
The event is also available
on NBA League Pass
internationally (restrictions apply)
The Wizards have the first pick after landing it in the NBA Draft Lottery in May
Check
the Draft board
for real-time updates during the 2026 Draft
Learn more about
all the prospects
for the 2026 NBA Draft
Team overviews
ahead of the Draft
12:01 PM | JUNE 18
News & notes
Check out
facts and notes about the 2026 NBA Draft
11:10 PM | JUNE 18
Getting ready with AJ Dybantsa
Is AJ Dybantsa a patient guy?
“With haircuts, yes. With waiting to be drafted, no.”
💈 Come along as AJ gets his hair cut on Draft Day!
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— NBA (@NBA)
June 23, 2026
11:02 AM | JUNE 18
Who’s going to be the best-dressed draftee?
Who is going to be the best dressed draftee at the 2026 NBA Draft?
The class weighs in with their predictions… 😅🤔
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— NBA Draft (@NBADraft)
June 22, 2026
10:45 AM | JUNE 18
Five potential sleepers
Kyrsten Peek
highlights five players
who could be ready to shine bright for teams that select them in the 2026 NBA Draft.
10:17 AM | JUNE 18
Consensus Mock Draft: final edition
Read the latest version of
NBA.com’s Consensus Mock Draft