Michigan's Aday Mara Surges Into 2026 NBA Draft Top 20

The 2026 draft board shuffled after conference play. Michigan big Aday Mara rose into the late first round with 7'3" rim protection and playmaking. Juke Harris pushed into first-round buzz with scoring and rebounding. Braylon Mullins slid from an early top-10 spot to the late lottery despite elite shooting. Scouts flagged Chris Cenac and Joshua Jefferson for inconsistent shooting and limited playmaking, while Tarris Reed climbed as a stout interior scorer and rim protector. Merlin sees teams weighing upside against polish. A 7'3" facilitator with elite block rates is hard to pass on despite shaky free throws. Wings like Harris reward bold drafting. Mullins will land with a team that wants a catch and shoot role. In a deep draft, small flaws can shove prospects down and keep front offices guessing.