First-round overview
– The rookie-scale system remains largely fixed for first-rounders: four-year contracts with two guaranteed years, followed by team options in years three and four. The value of each deal depends on where a player was selected.
– AJ Dybantsa, the No. 1 overall pick, is projected to sign a four-year deal near $67 million, reflecting the 120% scale maximum.
– Koa Peat, selected at No. 30, is eligible for a four-year contract just over $15 million.
– A detailed breakdown of 2026 first-round salaries and contracts is available in comprehensive rookie-scale analyses; teams have typically announced “Signed” when a first-round pick reaches a deal, though some smaller-market or late-first selections may be reported as still pending or forthcoming.
Second-round and two-way outcomes
– Second-round picks no longer have an automatic two guaranteed seasons under the latest collective bargaining agreement. They can sign four-year deals with a starting salary up to the minimum for a two-year veteran, provided cap accommodations exist.
– Some second-round selections will not sign standard NBA deals immediately. They may receive two-way contracts, spend time in the G League, or pursue opportunities overseas while teams retain their rights.
– The newest CBA also introduces a specialized salary-cap exception for second-round picks, enabling teams to structure deals that fit within cap constraints.
Signings by team (highlights)
– Washington Wizards: AJ Dybantsa signed.
– Utah Jazz: Darryn Peterson signed.
– Memphis Grizzlies: Cameron Boozer signed.
– Chicago Bulls: Caleb Wilson signed.
– Los Angeles Clippers: Keaton Wagler signed.
– Brooklyn Nets: Mikel Brown Jr. signed.
– Sacramento Kings: Darius Acuff Jr. signed.
– Atlanta Hawks: Kingston Flemings signed.
– Dallas Mavericks: Morez Johnson Jr. signed.
– Milwaukee Bucks: Brayden Burries signed.
– Golden State Warriors: Yaxel Lendeborg signed.
– Oklahoma City Thunder: Aday Mara signed.
– Charlotte Hornets: Hannes Steinbach signed.
– Detroit Pistons: Ebuka Okorie signed.
– Toronto Raptors: Allen Graves signed.
– San Antonio Spurs: Jayden Quaintance signed.
– Philadelphia 76ers: Labaron Philon Jr. signed.
– Oklahoma City Thunder: Bennett Stirtz signed (two-way).
– San Antonio Spurs: Ja’Kobi Gillespie signed (two-way).
– Dallas Mavericks: Sergio de Larrea signed.
– Sacramento Kings: Alex Karaban signed.
– Phoenix Suns: Koa Peat signed.
Second-round notes
– The list includes several players who signed two-way contracts, such as Otega Oweh (two-way with the Thunder), Ja’Kobi Gillespie (two-way with the Spurs), Tyler Bilodeau (two-way with the Nets), Maliq Brown (two-way with the Spurs), Izaiyah Nelson (two-way with the Magic), Tobi Lawal (two-way with the Mavericks), and Ugonna Onyenso (two-way with the Pistons).
– Some second-rounders are expected to play overseas or in other development paths before earning standard NBA contracts, depending on team needs and development trajectories.
Additional context
– The 2026 draft class features a mix of immediate-NBA prospects and players who might benefit from additional development time. Teams signing rookies this offseason aim to maximize value while maintaining flexibility for upcoming cap considerations and roster construction.
– The evolving rules around second-round compensation and two-way contracts provide more pathways for young players to reach the NBA, even if their initial deals do not guarantee long-term minutes.
Note: This overview consolidates the 2026 draft-signing activity across teams, highlighting the key outcomes for first-round picks, the new framework for second-round contracts, and the prevalence of two-way arrangements. The roster details and contract figures reflect typical rookie-scale structures and the new CBA-related amendments designed to enhance development opportunities for second-round selections.
