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With the 2026 NBA Draft Lottery on the horizon, we run one final simulation and project all 60 picks in a loaded class, with AJ Dybantsa, Cameron Boozer and Darryn Peterson vying for No. 1 honors.

The Milwaukee Bucks face growing pressure to prove they can build a championship roster around Giannis Antetokounmpo. NBA players predict Giannis will start next season with the Bucks'

The Atlanta Hawks laid plenty of foundation during the 2025-26 NBA season. They might wind up using this summer to search for missing pieces. They could feel as if they only need to fill in various cracks around their core.

There are two teams that have what the Bucks want in a Giannis trade, but they won't get involved in a potential deal.

Jan 31, 2026; Lawrence, Kansas, USA; Kansas Jayhawks guard Darryn Peterson (22) looks to pass against BYU Cougars forward AJ Dybantsa (3) during the first half at Mizzou Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images The NBA Draft is just 29 days away,