The first round of the 2026 NBA Draft is complete, but there are still a bunch of talented prospects remaining. Round two is not just a throwaway round with career bench players. This is the round where contenders move to champions. Superstars like Nikola Jokic and key role players like Draymond Green were selected in round two. These are some of the best players available in the second round of the 2026 NBA draft.
Isaiah Evans was widely regarded as a first-round pick through a majority of the 2026 NBA draft cycle. He has been considered the best shooter in the draft, and could easily slot in as a bench scorer for any team needing some extra wing depth.
Henri Versace was another prospect who was expected to be taken day one, with his size and shooting combination leading his skillset. He shot above 40% from three last year on about three attempts per game. His shooting, rebounding, and versatility (PF/C) make him one of the more sought-after guys in round two.
Meleek Thomas has the potential to become one of the best shooters from this draft class. The reason he’s fallen to round two is due to his inconsistencies and lack of defensive prowess. It would be hard to trust him to be on the court in any major moment. For a team needing an offensive spark plug to develop, he could be the guy.
Emanuel Sharp is a 6’3 guard who excels on the defensive end of the court. He combined this with impressive shooting numbers, putting up 38% from three. His size is what holds him back, as not many teams are looking for someone that short to be a defensive off guard.
Simply put, Bruce Thornton is a bucket. A pure scorer who can get it done anywhere on the court. He shot 55% from the field and 40% from three. He stands at just 6’0, but if he can score like that in the NBA, he will surely stick around.
Ugonna Onyenso is one of the more intriguing developmental prospects available in round 2. He’s a powerful inside center who can finish around the rim and block any shot thrown up. For a quick NBA comparison, think Adem Bona or Yves Missi.
While round one gets a majority of the attention, the second round is where champions are built. If a team can nail one of these picks, they will add much-needed depth to their roster. These players listed above are just some of the names who will be selected today in round two.
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