UConn Star Braylon Mullins’ NBA Mock Draft Projection After March Madness
NBA general managers and scouts returned from the 2026 NCAA Tournament with plenty to evaluate. The 2026 NBA draft is expected in late June, and Filmogaz.com’s latest mock draft places UConn guard Braylon Mullins in the first round.
Draft projection
Filmogaz.com projects Mullins to be selected 15th overall by the Charlotte Hornets. The mock uses ESPN’s projected records and accounts for trades, swaps, and protections. The Hornets enter the draft with projected picks No. 13, No. 20 (via PHX) and No. 42 (via GS).
Why Mullins rises
Mullins earned five-star recruit status and was a McDonald’s All-American. He became a breakout figure in March Madness after a widely replayed, improbable three-pointer.
That shot helped UConn reach the collegiate national championship game. His tournament run attracted serious draft attention.
Player profile (as of March 15)
- Position: Guard
- Team: UConn
- Points per game: 12.0
- Rebounds per game: 3.5
- Assists per game: 1.4
- Field goal percentage: 43.5%
- Three-point percentage: 34.5%
Scouting takeaways
He finished his first 18 starts shooting 40.7 percent from three. Scouts see him as a reliable off-ball threat at the next level. That role fits many modern NBA rotations.
Coaches also praise his competitive instincts and winning mentality. Those traits often sway teams in late first-round evaluations.
Context and next steps
Front offices will weigh March performances against long-term potential. Filmogaz.com’s NBA mock draft projection reflects that balance in its current order.
Combine measurements and pre-draft workouts will further define Mullins’ draft stock. The late June draft will provide the final answers.
