Jonathan Givony lays out the four main options who could be the first pick in next year's NBA draft. The 2026 NBA draft is set to feature several players at the top, including Nate Ament, Darryn Peterson, A.J. 1 pick candidates -- Peterson, Dybantsa, Boozer and Ament -- although most NBA teams think it would be difficult, but not impossible, to usurp Peterson and Dybantsa as the top two players, barring a major surprise. -- GivonyWent on NBA Today to preview the loaded 2026 NBA Draft, including why so many players elected to return to college, and international players are flocking to the United States. NBA teams were paying close attention throughout, drawn to his excellent physical profile and flashes of talent as a dunker and interior finisher.