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Updated · NBC Sports Bay Area · Jun 17
Draymond Green Says 19-Year-Old Caleb Wilson's Floor Is Kevin Garnett
Updated
Updated · NBC Sports Bay Area · Jun 17

Draymond Green Says 19-Year-Old Caleb Wilson's Floor Is Kevin Garnett

3 articles · Updated · NBC Sports Bay Area · Jun 17

Summary

  • Draymond Green said on his show that North Carolina forward Caleb Wilson could be the best player in the 2026 NBA Draft, arguing even Kevin Garnett may be Wilson’s floor.
  • Wilson, 19, backed the hype with 19.8 points, 9.4 rebounds and 57.8% shooting in 24 starts during his lone season at North Carolina.
  • The 6-foot-10 big man is widely viewed as part of the draft’s projected top four alongside AJ Dybantsa, Darryn Peterson and Cameron Boozer.
  • Most projections place Wilson at No. 4 to Chicago, though Green’s endorsement adds to speculation he could rise to Memphis at No. 3 or Utah at No. 2 before the June 23 draft.

Insights

Draymond Green sees Kevin Garnett's floor, but scouts see flaws. Is Caleb Wilson the draft's biggest boom-or-bust talent?
With a poor jump shot and inconsistent defense, how could Caleb Wilson justify Green's stunning comparison to an NBA legend?