2026 NBA Draft: Cooper Flagg Goes Number One Overall to Detroit Pistons in Historic Night
Cooper Flagg, considered the greatest prospect of his generation, was selected first overall by the Detroit Pistons in the 2026 NBA Draft, heralding a new era for the franchise.
The night basketball had been waiting for. The 2026 NBA Draft saw Cooper Flagg selected first overall by the Detroit Pistons. The Duke phenom — considered the most complete prospect since LeBron James in 2003 — is ready to reshape the franchise.
Top 5 Picks
- 🏀 #1 Cooper Flagg → Detroit Pistons
- 🏀 #2 Diallo Dankounba → Washington Wizards
- 🏀 #3 Isaiah Collier → San Antonio Spurs
- 🏀 #4 Reed Sheppard → Philadelphia 76ers
- 🏀 #5 Arenas Bryant → Brooklyn Nets
"I'm ready. Detroit, we're here." — Cooper Flagg