ESPN's Jeremy Woo has updated his mock draft ahead of the 2026 NBA Draft, featuring 10 players from SEC schools. Notably, six of these athletes are projected to be first-round picks, showcasing the SEC's strong representation in this year's draft. The top player from the SEC is Darius Acuff Jr. from Arkansas, projected to be selected as the 7th overall pick by the Sacramento Kings. Following him, other SEC players are also expected to make impacts in the first and second rounds.

By the Numbers
  • 10 SEC players featured in ESPN's mock draft.
  • 6 SEC alumni projected for the first round.
  • 4 SEC players expected to be picked in the second round.
State of Play
  • Darius Acuff Jr. is the SEC Player of the Year and projected as the 7th overall pick.
  • Mock draft includes Arkansas鈥� two players potentially being selected back-to-back.
What's Next

The NBA Draft will take place over two days, starting with the first round on Tuesday and the second round on Wednesday. Teams will finalize their selections based on their needs and available talent, impacting the roster compositions for the upcoming season.

Bottom Line

The SEC continues to dominate the NBA Draft landscape, demonstrating the conference's deep talent pool. Keep an eye on Acuff and his fellow SEC players as they transition to professional basketball.