The 2025 NBA Draft may be in the books, but at Sportsvival, the scouting never sleeps. While others take a breather, we’re already deep in the trenches, dissecting the next wave of hardwood heroes. The 2026 NBA Draft class is brimming with talent, versatility, and upside—and we’ve got our eyes locked on the top 30 prospects who could shape the league’s future.
Here’s our rapid-fire rundown of the Top 30 NBA Prospects for 2026, each with a snapshot of their game:
#1
Darryn Peterson-Kansas
A silky-smooth combo guard with elite scoring instincts and a polished all-around game.
#2
AJ Dybantsa- BYU
Explosive wing with a lethal pull-up jumper and elite athleticism—built for stardom.
#3
Cameron Boozer-Duke
Fundamentally sound big with touch, strength, and a high basketball IQ—Mr. Reliable.
#4
Nate Ament- Tennessee
A long, fluid forward with a smooth jumper and sky-high offensive upside.
#5
Chris Cenac Jr.- Houston
Agile center with shot-blocking instincts and face-up scoring ability.
#6
Mikel Brown-Louisville
Lightning-quick point guard with deep range and elite ball-handling.
#7
Tounde Yessoufou-Baylor
Powerful wing from Benin who dominates with athleticism and improved ball skills.
#8
Karim Lopez-New Zealand(NBL)
Mexico’s finest—versatile forward with pro experience and a polished inside-out game.
#9
Jayden Quaintance-Kentucky
Springy big man with elite length and untapped offensive potential.
#10
Dash Daniels-Melbourne(NBL)
Defensive-minded wing with NBA pedigree and lockdown instincts.
#11
Koa Peat-Arizona
Do-it-all forward with strength, finesse, and a mature approach to the game.
#12
Bennett Stirtz-Iowa
Crafty senior guard with elite shooting and pick-and-roll mastery.
#13
Caleb Wilson-North Carolina
Springy forward with a lethal mid-range game and sky-high ceiling.
#14
Darius Acuff Jr.-Arkansas
Confident shot-maker and floor general with a knack for clutch buckets.
#15
Dame Sarr-Duke
Italian wing with bounce, length, and a smooth perimeter game.
#16
Alijah Arenas-USC
Natural scorer and son of Gilbert Arenas—lottery-level upside. Recovering from the accident, he should be ready.
#17
Isaiah Evans-Duke
Sharpshooting wing with length and a high release—tough to contest.
#18
Tomislav Ivisic-Illinois
Croatian big with size, skill, and a sweet shooting stroke.
#19
Isiah Harwell-Houston
Two-way wing with toughness, shooting, and versatility.
#20
Andrej Stojakovic- Illinois
Son of ex-NBA star Peja, hs performed at each stop.
#21
Yaxel Lendeborg- Michigan
Senior big with rebounding chops and efficient offensive touch.
#22
Patrick Ngongba II- Duke
Duke’s anchor in the paint—physical, reliable, and impactful.
#23
Karter Knox- Arkansas
Athletic wing with scoring instincts and NBA bloodlines.
#24
Flory Bidunga- Kansas
High-flying center with elite tools and rim protection.
#25
Tahaad Pettiford- Auburn
Undersized but electric—can light it up from anywhere.
#26
JT Toppin- Texas Tech
Workhorse forward who thrives on hustle and rebounding.
#27
Nikolas Khamenia-Duke
Another superstar freshman at Duke.
#28
Alex Condon-Florida
Aussie big with mobility, touch, and rising stock.
#29
Thomas Haugh-Florida
Energetic combo-forward who spaces the floor and defends.
#30
Magoon Gwath- San Diego State
Intriguing 7-footer with shot-blocking and 3-point range.
Sportsvival’s Take: This class is deep, diverse, and loaded with franchise-altering potential. From international phenoms to college standouts, the 2026 NBA Draft is shaping up to be a scout’s dream—and we’ll be here every step of the way.
This is a list on July 12, 2025, so expect to see major changes to this list as the season goes on.
(photo courtesy of Kansas Athletics)