The 2026 men’s NCAA Tournament has reached the Sweet 16, providing college stars a last chance to showcase their skills before the NBA draft in late June. USA TODAY’s mock draft predicts Michigan’s Yaxel Lendeborg will be selected 7th overall by the Memphis Grizzlies, who are looking to strengthen their rebuilding core. Lendeborg, the Big Ten Player of the Year, has demonstrated his NBA readiness and versatility after transferring from UAB. He currently averages 17.7 points, 7 rebounds, and 3.2 assists per game.
