2026 NBA Draft Combine Preview: Top Prospects and Key Events
The 2026 NBA Draft Combine kicked off in Chicago’s Wintrust Arena this week. A total of 117 prospects participated in drills, measurements, athletic testing, medical exams and 5‑on‑5 scrimmages.
The most discussed candidates include AJ Dybantsa (BYU), Darryn Peterson (Kansas), Cameron Boozer (Duke) and Caleb Wilson (North Carolina). All 30 NBA teams sent representatives to evaluate the talent and project draft positions.
The combine culminates with the draft lottery on Sunday, determining the top picks, and also serves as a catalyst for off‑season trades and contract negotiations.
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