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Mar 28, 2026; San Jose, CA, USA; Arizona Wildcats guard Jaden Bradley (0) dribbles the ball against the Purdue Boilermakers in the first half during an Elite Eight game of the West Regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at SAP Center. Mandatory Credit: Eakin Howard-Imagn Images

With the college basketball season over, Houston is getting closer to the 2026 NBA Draft. Who are some prospects to watch with its second-round picks?

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With the college basketball season over, Houston is getting closer to the 2026 NBA Draft. Who are some prospects to watch with its second-round picks?

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Mar 26, 2026; Houston, TX, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Kylan Boswell (4) reacts against the Houston Cougars in the first half during a Sweet Sixteen game of the South Regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

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With the regular season winding down and March Madness in full swing, the Rockets will be watching late-round sleepers

Feb 7, 2026; Provo, Utah, USA; BYU Cougars guard Richie Saunders (15) takes a free throw during the first half against the Houston Cougars at Marriott Center. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Baker-Imagn Images

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At this point, Houston needs to target a perimeter shooter to make its 2026 NBA Draft meaningful.

Jan 28, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets general manager Rafael Stone watches during practice before the game against the San Antonio Spurs at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

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In the latest mock draft, the Houston Rockets land a do-it-all big man in the first-round.

Dec 6, 2025; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Andrej Stojakovic (2) celebrates the win with head coach Brad Underwood against the Tennessee Volunteers during the second half at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

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Houston isn't focused on drafting talent right now, but Bleacher Report's latest NBA mock draft has the team stocking up on high-profile college players.

Dec 9, 2025; New York, New York, USA; BYU Cougars guard Richie Saunders (15) and forward AJ Dybantsa (3) at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

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Houston is predicted to add shooting in the latest NBA mock draft from Bleacher Report.

Nov 10, 2025; Storrs, Connecticut, USA; UConn Huskies forward Alex Karaban (11) reacts after his basket against the Columbia Lions in the first half at Harry A. Gampel Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images

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Houston is projected to land a rookie who could contribute to a competitive team right off the bat.

Mar 30, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Tennessee Volunteers guard Jahmai Mashack (15) shoots the ball against the Houston Cougars in the second half during the Midwest Regional final of the 2025 NCAA tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

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Rockets No. 59 pick Jahmai Mashack is now headed to Memphis.

Jun 25, 2025; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Khaman Maluach arrives before the first round of the 2025 NBA Draft at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

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Duke center Khaman Maluach is officially a first-round draft selection.

Dec 1, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets general manager Rafael Stone watches during practice before the game against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

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The Houston Rockets could be without a draft pick for the first time in over a decade unless they trade back into the draft. If they do who could be on their way out?

Oct 29, 2023; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets general manager Rafael Stone watches during practice before the game against the Golden State Warriors at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

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Houston's draft night lost a bit of interest after trading the No. 10 pick to Phoenix in the trade for Kevin Durant. The front office will still be busy during the draft, deciding on what to do with the remaining draft assets.

Mar 6, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Houston Rockets head coach Ime Udoka looks on against the New Orleans Pelicans during the first half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

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If veteran center Steven Adams heads to another team, Houston may need to draft his replacement.

Mar 19, 2023; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets general manager Rafael Stone watches during practice before the game against the New Orleans Pelicans at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

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The Houston Rockets are working out several players ahead of this year's draft.

Apr 11, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Houston Rockets guard Reed Sheppard (15) moves the ball against the Los Angeles Lakers during the second half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Hui-Imagn Images

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Houston is keeping its options open regarding draft-night trades.

Mar 15, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Maryland Terrapins center Derik Queen (25) dribbles the ball while Michigan Wolverines center Danny Wolf (1) defends in the second half at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

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The Houston Rockets aren't necessarily in the draft market for a center, but they could find a way to integrate one in the rotation.

Feb 8, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Georgetown Hoyas forward Thomas Sorber (35) celebrates during the second half against the Seton Hall Pirates at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Kucin Jr.-Imagn Images

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Three options for Houston at the 2025 NBA Draft.

Mar 23, 2025; Seattle, WA, USA; Arizona Wildcats guard Caleb Love (1) high-fives forward Carter Bryant (9) during a stop in play against the Oregon Ducks in the second half at Climate Pledge Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Brashear-Imagn Images

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Yahoo Sports' latest NBA mock draft has the Houston Rockets taking a raw offensive talent at No. 10.

Mar 23, 2025; Seattle, WA, USA; Arizona Wildcats forward Carter Bryant (9) reacts against the Oregon Ducks in the first half at Climate Pledge Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images

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The Houston Rockets aren't necessarily in the market for another wing, but the prospects in the No. 10 range might be too intriguing to pass up.

Mar 26, 2025; Newark, NJ, USA; Duke Blue Devils center Khaman Maluach (9) during a practice session in preparation for an East Regional semifinal game against the Arizona Wildcats at Prudential Center. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

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South Sudan basketball player Khaman Maluach has top ten pick written all over.

Feb 8, 2025; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks forward Collin Murray-Boyles (30) brings the ball up court during the first half against the Kentucky Wildcats at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

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The Gamecocks forward Collin Murray-Boyles could be the Rockets next addition at pick 10 this year.

Mar 7, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Kasparas Jakucionis (32) drives the ball during the first half against the Purdue Boilermakers at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

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The Houston Rockets are projected to take one of the country's premier point in ESPN's latest NBA mock draft.

Apr 5, 2025; San Antonio, TX, USA; Duke Blue Devils guard Kon Knueppel (7) reacts after a play against the Houston Cougars during the first half in the semifinals of the men's Final Four of the 2025 NCAA Tournament at Alamodome. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images

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The Rockets three-point shooting is asking for a savior, and Kon Knueppel might just be the hero.

Mar 26, 2025; Newark, NJ, USA; Arizona Wildcats forward Carter Bryant (9) reacts during a practice session in preparation for an East Regional semifinal game against the Duke Blue Devils at Prudential Center. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

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The Rockets have a big decision with their top 10 pick this upcoming NBA Draft. Could Carter Bryant be the pick?

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While some psoition rooms may be full for the Rockets, the center slot is in need of some serious depth.

Jun 22, 2023; Brooklyn, NY, USA; NBA commissioner Adam Silver announces Amen Thompson as the fourth selection by the Houston Rockets in the first round of the 2023 NBA Draft at Barclays Arena. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

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The Houston Rockets have the No. 10 pick in the 2025 NBA Draft. Who could they eye at that spot?