FanSided's latest 2026 NBA mock draft has the Los Angeles Lakers picking 24th overall and selecting the University of Houston's Chris Cenac Jr., a very bold pick considering the circumstances. Cenac is a young and talented but largely unproven prospect, and drafting him might just put additional pressure on Luka Doncic.
The thing is, Cenac has the tools to eventually be an impact player in the NBA. He's a very strong shot-maker who can hit from all over the floor, with athleticism to boot. But he's lacking when it comes to defensive effort, ball security and the intangibles.