2026 Draft Prep at No. 25 Pick
Key Questions
What is the Lakers' draft position for 2026?
The Lakers are locked at No. 25 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. They are targeting 7-footers for rim protection, rebounds, and lobs. Focus is on building depth around Luka Doncic.
Who are the top draft prospects for the Lakers at No. 25?
Targets include 7-footers Aday Mara, Veesaar, and Chinyelu for frontcourt needs. Michigan's Aday Mara has surfaced in mocks post-combine as a fit. Two prospects exactly match needs to pair with Luka.
Is there buzz about the Lakers trading up in the draft?
There is buzz on trading up for Veesaar, seen as a Luka Doncic pair with Porzingis comp. This aims to bolster depth. NCAA champion Mara may require going all-in post-combine.
Locked #25 targeting 7-footers Mara/Veesaar/Chinyelu for rim protection/reb/lobs; buzz on trading up for Veesaar (Luka pair, Porzingis comp) to bolster depth.
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Updated May 15, 2026