Why Round 2 Is Thinner Than Usual in 2026 NBA Draft

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Why Round 2 Is Thinner Than Usual in 2026 NBA Draft

Round 2 of the 2026 NBA Draft thinned out because several college players chose NIL opportunities and another year of development instead of chasing uncertain NBA roster spots. That leaves fewer high-profile names available on Wednesday, but history shows teams can still find major value, from Nikola Jokic and Draymond Green to Jalen Brunson.

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