Live Coverage of the 2026 NBA Draft

The much-anticipated 2026 NBA Draft begins tonight at 8 p.m. ET. The league’s excitement spiked earlier with Giannis Antetokounmpo’s trade to the Miami Heat.

The Washington Wizards, fresh from securing Trae Young with a four-year, $212 million contract, hold the No. 1 pick. They face a critical decision between BYU’s AJ Dybantsa and Kansas’ Darryn Peterson. Alongside Duke’s Cameron Boozer and North Carolina’s Caleb Wilson, these prospects dominate discussions.

Follow the Draft:
Time: 8 p.m. ET
TV: ABC, ESPN, ESPN Unlimited
Streaming: Fubo (Stream Free Now!)

Hubert Davis at the Draft:
Former UNC coach Hubert Davis attends the draft with Caleb Wilson, reminiscing about past meetings following Wilson’s standout performance against AJ Dybantsa.

Despite Wilson’s season-ending injuries, he emerged as UNC’s best player. Davis, who was dismissed from UNC in March, received a heartfelt invitation from Wilson to join the draft event in Brooklyn.

John Wall, the last No. 1 pick for the Wizards in 2010, offers advice: “Embrace the community … make sure you touch the people outside and let them know you’re normal just like they are.”

Odds and Predictions:
AJ Dybantsa remains the top favorite with odds movement highlighting a 96% probability of him going No. 1.

Expansion and Lottery Insights:
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver discusses potential expansion focusing on Las Vegas and Seattle during the 28-29 season. Silver assures that the league will not revert to prior lottery systems that incentivize poor performance.

Team Draft Strategies:

• Mavericks: Nate Ament and Michigan prospects considered at No. 9.
• Nets: Mikel Brown Jr. and other potential picks at No. 6, with options exploring trades.
• Hawks: actively discussing trade scenarios while holding the No. 8 pick.

Fan Engagement:
Approximately 2,500 to 4,000 fans attended the Wizards Draft Party at The Anthem in Washington, DC, with activities encouraging fan participation.

Join us live from Chicago to experience the entire NBA draft coverage.