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Warriors Projected to Land 'Top Overseas-Based Player' in NBA Draft

Warriors Projected to Land 'Top Overseas-Based Player' in NBA Draft

Summary

The Golden State Warriors are planning to improve their team during the NBA draft. New mock drafts suggest they might pick Karim Lopez, a top international player currently playing in New Zealand, to help their rebuild.

Key Facts

  • The Warriors are rebuilding their team in the upcoming NBA draft.
  • Seventy-one college players have entered the 2026 NBA draft so far.
  • The early entry deadline for the draft has passed, and players can still withdraw by May 27 to keep college eligibility.
  • ESPN predicts the Warriors will pick Karim Lopez, an international player from New Zealand, at the 11th spot.
  • Lopez is considered the best overseas player in a weaker international draft class.
  • Lopez is known for his physical skills and has improved as a perimeter shooter (shooting from further out).
  • Another prediction from USA Today suggests Lopez might be picked 17th by the Oklahoma City Thunder.
  • Lopez is expected to be the first international player chosen in the draft this year.
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