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2026 NBA Draft: 1st Overall pick
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2026 NBA Draft: 1st Overall pick

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$1,281,805

Yaxel Lendeborg: Drafted under 13.5

 - Kalshi

Yaxel Lendeborg: Drafted under 13.5 - Kalshi

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Resolved Jun 24, 2026

Closed: Jun 23, 9:17 PM EST

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Yaxel Lendeborg: Drafted under 13.5

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100%
Yes 100¢No 0¢
100¢
N/A
$41,071
N/A
N/A
$25,239
Settled
Yes
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Jayden Quaintance: Drafted under 23.5

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Yes 100¢No 0¢
100¢
N/A
$24,221
N/A
N/A
$15,510
Settled
Yes
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Jayden Quaintance

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0%
Yes 0.1¢No 99.9¢
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$389,610
$2,615
N/A
N/A
N/A
Settled
No
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Braden Smith: Drafted under 43.5

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100%
Yes 100¢No 0¢
100¢
N/A
$16,599
N/A
N/A
$11,303
Settled
Yes
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Darryn Peterson: Drafted under 2.5

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100%
Yes 100¢No 0¢
100¢
N/A
$15,993
N/A
N/A
$10,350
Settled
Yes
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Darryn Peterson

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0%
Yes 0.1¢No 99.9¢
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N/A
$150,582
N/A
N/A
N/A
Settled
No
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Bennett Stirtz: Drafted under 17.5

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100¢
N/A
$15,174
N/A
N/A
$8,605
Settled
Yes
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Emanuel Sharp: Drafted under 46.5

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100¢
N/A
$15,124
N/A
N/A
$8,689
Settled
Yes
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Caleb Wilson: Drafted under 4.5

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Yes 100¢No 0¢
100¢
N/A
$14,498
N/A
N/A
$9,957
Settled
Yes
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Caleb Wilson

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0%
Yes 0.1¢No 99.9¢
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$385,632
$60,635
N/A
N/A
N/A
Settled
No
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Allen Graves: Drafted under 20.5

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100¢
N/A
$13,658
N/A
N/A
$9,067
Settled
Yes
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Christian Anderson: Drafted under 18.5

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100¢
N/A
$13,288
N/A
N/A
$8,687
Settled
Yes
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Tarris Reed Jr.: Drafted under 30.5

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100%
Yes 100¢No 0¢
100¢
N/A
$13,009
N/A
N/A
$8,644
Settled
Yes
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Keaton Wagler: Drafted under 6.5

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Yes 100¢No 0¢
100¢
N/A
$12,837
N/A
N/A
$10,201
Settled
Yes
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Ja'Kobi Gillespie: Drafted under 47.5

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100%
Yes 100¢No 0¢
100¢
N/A
$12,457
N/A
N/A
$7,563
Settled
Yes
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Mikel Brown Jr.: Drafted under 7.5

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100%
Yes 100¢No 0¢
100¢
N/A
$11,499
N/A
N/A
$8,642
Settled
Yes
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Mikel Brown Jr.

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0%
Yes 0.1¢No 99.9¢
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$390,601
$4,241
N/A
N/A
N/A
Settled
No
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Dailyn Swain: Drafted under 25.5

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100¢
N/A
$9,425
N/A
N/A
$7,800
Settled
Yes
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Hannes Steinbach: Drafted under 15.5

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100%
Yes 100¢No 0¢
100¢
N/A
$9,272
N/A
N/A
$7,514
Settled
Yes
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Kingston Flemings: Drafted under 10.5

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100%
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100¢
N/A
$8,792
N/A
N/A
$8,061
Settled
Yes
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Morez Johnson Jr.: Drafted under 13.5

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100%
Yes 100¢No 0¢
100¢
N/A
$8,245
N/A
N/A
$6,318
Settled
Yes
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Alex Karaban: Drafted under 32.5

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100¢
N/A
$7,242
N/A
N/A
$5,335
Settled
Yes
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Isaiah Evans: Drafted under 34.5

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100¢
N/A
$6,418
N/A
N/A
$5,065
Settled
Yes
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Ebuka Okorie: Drafted under 26.5

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Yes 100¢No 0¢
100¢
N/A
$5,021
N/A
N/A
$4,592
Settled
Yes
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Zuby Ejiofor: Drafted under 34.5

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100%
Yes 100¢No 0¢
100¢
N/A
$4,922
N/A
N/A
$4,733
Settled
Yes
Total markets: 25 of 83

Intro

This market tracks who will be selected with the first overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. Across Kalshi and Polymarket, the aggregated consensus shows 90.0% probability for the leading outcome. Resolution will be determined by official NBA information, including the live broadcast of the 2026 NBA Draft. Watch the draft on June 25, 2026, when the identity of the first overall pick will be definitively established and markets will settle.

PredictionHero - Resolution Divergence Alerts (RDA)

Divergence Detected

Issue: Polymarket and Kalshi measure different dimensions of the 2026 NBA Draft. Polymarket resolves on the identity of the 1st overall pick; Kalshi resolves on whether specific players fall within various early-round pick thresholds (unrelated to the #1 slot). The markets are not directly comparable and do not converge on a single outcome.Hero tip: Treat these as separate markets with different resolution mechanics. Polymarket is a winner-take-all identity bet on the #1 pick. Kalshi markets are independent threshold bets on draft position ranges. A player being #1 overall satisfies Polymarket but may or may not satisfy Kalshi depending on the specific threshold. Kalshi also lacks explicit cancellation and fallback language; request clarification from the platform before trading.

Critical divergence points:

  • Polymarket: Binary yes/no markets on whether named players (e.g., AJ Dybantsa, Caleb Wilson, Darryn Peterson) become the 1st overall pick in 2026 NBA Draft. Includes catch-all 'another player' option. Resolves to 'Other' if draft is cancelled or 1st pick is not definitively known by Sept 30, 2026 11:59 PM ET. Primary source: Official NBA broadcast and NBA information.
  • Kalshi: Markets on whether specific players are drafted within defined early-round thresholds (e.g., Caleb Wilson in first 4 picks, Cameron Boozer in first 2 picks, Darryn Peterson in first 2 picks). These thresholds are independent of the #1 overall pick outcome. No explicit cancellation clause or fallback mechanism provided in source data.
Our PredictionHero Resolution Divergence Alerts (RDA) are there to help users identify potential differences across platforms. They do not replace or supersede the official rules and description of any prediction market. Users are solely responsible for reviewing and understanding the applicable rules and resolution criteria before placing any trade or bet. If you notice a potential inconsistency, discrepancy, or error in an alert, please report it to our team so we can review and improve the accuracy of our data.

Polymarket

This market will resolve according to the player selected with the first pick in the 2026 NBA draft. If the 2026 NBA draft is cancelled or the first pick is not definitively known by September 30, 2026, 11:59 PM ET, this market will resolve to “Other”. The primary resolution source for this market will be official information from the NBA, including the live broadcast of the 2026 NBA draft.

Kalshi

Each market within this event corresponds to a specific college basketball player and establishes a maximum draft position threshold. A market resolves to Yes if the designated player is selected in the 2026 Pro Basketball Draft at or before their assigned pick number threshold. The thresholds vary by player, ranging from the first 2 picks for top prospects like Cameron Boozer and Darryn Peterson, to the first 54 picks for players like Milos Uzan. Players drafted after their respective threshold pick number, or not drafted in the first round, result in a No resolution. The resolution is determined by the official 2026 NBA Draft results, with each player's outcome independent of other players' draft positions.

Frequently asked questions

Prediction markets like those tracked here operate on crowd-sourced pricing rather than traditional sportsbook models. Instead of a fixed line set by oddsmakers, traders buy and sell shares reflecting their belief in each outcome, with prices converging toward true probability over time. Sportsbooks typically adjust lines to balance liability; prediction markets adjust through supply and demand. This market's odds reflect real money at stake from thousands of independent traders, often capturing information faster than traditional books. However, sportsbook lines may incorporate additional factors like sharp action or liability management that differ from pure consensus pricing.

Polymarket and Kalshi can show different implied probabilities for the same outcome because of liquidity, fee structure, participant mix, and how each venue defines the contract. Each platform operates under distinct rule sets, user bases, and liquidity profiles. Polymarket may attract different trader demographics or have tighter spreads due to higher volume, while Kalshi might reflect niche participant behavior or different contract specifications. Regulatory frameworks, fee structures, and settlement mechanics also vary between platforms. Arbitrage opportunities can emerge when prices diverge significantly, though transaction costs and withdrawal delays often prevent perfect convergence. Monitoring both venues reveals where consensus is strongest and where outlier pricing may signal information asymmetry or platform-specific trading patterns.

College basketball performance, injury reports, and pre-draft workouts significantly influence trader positioning. Mock drafts from major analysts, team ownership statements, and lottery positioning changes can trigger sharp repricing. International tournament results and combine metrics often catalyze volatility. Late-season college injuries or breakout performances reshape prospect rankings and shift draft consensus. Media narratives around team needs and front-office preferences also drive trading activity. As draft day approaches, any official team communication regarding their intentions or surprise prospect visits can generate rapid market movement. Unexpected trades or coaching changes affecting lottery teams may also alter perceived draft order dynamics.