The Arizona Wildcats are poised to have a strong presence in the 2027 NBA Draft, with three players potentially selected in the top 15. This follows a history of at least one Arizona player being chosen in the second rounds of the 2020, 2022, and 2026 drafts. The latest mock draft from No Ceilings ranks these Wildcats highly, reflecting the team's talent and the high expectations following their Final Four appearance last season.
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The top-ranked Arizona player is guard Caleb Holt, projected at No. 3 overall. Standing at 6'5", Holt is noted for his defensive skills and athleticism, though questions remain about his offensive decision-making as he transitions to the collegiate level under coach Tommy Lloyd.
Forward Ivan Kharchenkov is ranked 11th. The 6'7” German made significant contributions last season, averaging 12.6 points, 5.4 rebounds, and 2.1 assists, while shooting 42.1% from downtown. His versatility could see him take on an even bigger offensive role this year, possibly placing him in lottery contention.
Center Motiejus Krivas is projected at No. 15. At 7'2”, the senior has shown promising footwork and rim protection abilities. Recognized as a candidate for Big 12 Defensive Player of the Year, Krivas is expected to be a key scorer for Arizona in his final season.
The Big 12 is expected to be well represented in the draft, with several standout players, including Kansas’ Tyran Stokes at No. 2, and BYU’s Bruce Branch III at No. 5. Arizona will begin its season with an exhibition game against the San Francisco Dons on October 13 at 7:00 PM MST, which will be broadcast on ESPN+.