Jalen Johnson

Johnson survives Dan's first-round filter as one of his preferred foundations from the back end of the opening round, putting him firmly in Besbris' target tier.

Karabell sees Johnson as an early-round building block whose multi-category production warrants a more aggressive selection than many draft rooms are currently making.

Dr. A included Johnson in his annual 2026-27 My Guys list of players he enters draft season with strong positive conviction toward.