The 2026 NBA Draft is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated in recent memory, with a stacked freshman class that has scouts and fans buzzing. For months, Darryn Peterson was the consensus No. 1 pick—but the betting odds tell a different story now. AJ Dybantsa, a dynamic 6-foot-9 wing from BYU, has surged ahead as the favorite, and for good reason.

Dybantsa put up video-game numbers this season, averaging a national-best 25.5 points, 6.8 rebounds, and 3.7 assists while shooting 51% from the field. His combination of size, skill, and scoring ability has made him the clear frontrunner, with odds currently sitting at -450 to go first overall. Meanwhile, Peterson's uneven year at Kansas has raised some questions, leaving the top spot wide open.

The drama doesn't stop there. The NBA Draft Lottery is set for Sunday, and the ping-pong balls could shake up the entire order. The Wizards, Pacers, and Nets have the best odds, but don't count out the Jazz, Grizzlies, Hawks, or even the Thunder—yes, Oklahoma City could land the No. 1 pick, which would make for some serious sports talk on Monday. It's that kind of unpredictability that makes the draft so exciting.

For now, based on lottery odds and final records, we're projecting Dybantsa to the Wizards at No. 1. But this mock draft will be updated after Sunday's lottery, once we know the exact order. Stay tuned—this is just the beginning of a wild ride.