Bleacher Report has continued to name Koa Peat of the University of Arizona as the Charlotte Hornets’ choice at the No. 7 spot in its 2026 NBA Mock Drafts. Some fans may balk at that idea, since Peat doesn’t seem to be as highly touted as his fellow draft prospects. However, looking at the 18-year-old’s body of work, he could turn out to be a seamless fit with the Hornets.
Naturally, the ideal pick for the long-struggling franchise would be any of Darryn Peterson, Cameron Boozer, or AJ Dybantsa. Even Caleb Wilson deserves a mention. Each of those incoming rookies has shown the potential to become a star in the NBA.