The 2026 NBA Draft Lottery took place on May 10, 2026, at Navy Pier in Chicago, Illinois, marking the first edition under the league's revised lottery system. The event determined the draft order for non-playoff teams and introduced changes designed to adjust odds and discourage tanking. League officials and team representatives attended the ceremony, which set the stage for the upcoming NBA Draft.
2026 NBA Draft Lottery Held at Chicago's Navy Pier Under New Format
