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The Dallas Mavericks selected Michigan forward Morez Johnson Jr. with the ninth overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, a surprise move that triggered a wave of reactions and debate over fit, defense potential, and how the new front office (led by Mike Schmitz) and Dusty May’s hire will shape the roster going forward.
After a standout NBA Combine, Morez Johnson Jr. is projected to land in the mid-to-late first round (roughly Nos. 17–26) across mocks, with outlets like NBC Sports, USA Today, and ESPN/CBS placing him around No. 19–21; analysts highlight his 6’9” frame, 7’3” wingspan, 39-inch vertical and 17-of-25 3-pointers as boosts to his stock despite offensive limitations, suggesting lottery upside if he continues to improve, though most expect him to stay in the draft rather than return to Michigan. Potential fits cited include Toronto, San Antonio, and Oklahoma City.