Warriors Projected to Land 'Top Overseas-Based Player' in NBA Draft
The Golden State Warriors are projected to select Karim Lopez, the top overseas-based player in the 2026 NBA draft, with the No. 11 pick as they look to rebuild their roster. Lopez, who plays for the New Zealand Breakers, is considered the leading international prospect in a relatively thin class. Mock drafts vary on his landing spot, but he is widely expected to be the first international player selected.
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By Anne EricksonShareNewsweek is a Trust Project memberSee more of our trusted coverage when you search.Prefer Newsweek on Googleto see more of our trusted coverage when you search.The Golden State Warriors have some rebuilding to do during the offseason, and they'll get started on that during the NBA draft.New mock NBA drafts are out, since the early entry deadline for basketball prospects to declare for the 2026 NBA draft has passed. Now, 71 college players have submitted their applications.The deadline for early entry candidates to take their names out of the pre-draft process while still being able to keep collegiate eligibility is May 27.So, who will the Warriors get to beef up their lineup and help kickstart this rebuild?...More sports news: Victor Wembanyama Joins Hakeem Olajuwon…
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