Caleb Wilson

Created on 8/5/25.  Written by Alan Lu.

Height: 6-9
Weight: 205
College: North Carolina
Classification: Freshman
Birthdate: 7/18/2006

2026 Top 100 Prospect Rank: 4
Projected Draft Range: Top 5
2026 NBA Draft: Round 1, Pick 4 by the Chicago Bulls

Pros:

Great low post scorer
Solid scorer off the dribble
Excels at scoring on the move
Solid playmaker for his size
Good rebounder
Gifted defender
Solid shot blocker
Great athlete

Cons:

Needs to improve his outside shot
Can be careless on offense, which can lead to turnovers
Can have lapses defensively
Must get stronger

Summary:

Caleb Wilson is a tremendously athletic, combo forward that had a very good freshman season at North Carolina. He will need to improve his outside shot, but his ability to make plays on both ends of the floor, combined with his great athleticism and upside could enable him to be a top 5 pick in the 2026 draft.

Links:
RealGM Profile
NBADraft.Net Profile

Games Scouted:
4/1/25 2025 McDonald’s High School All-American Game
4/18/25 2025 Jordan Brand Classic
11/7/25 North Carolina vs. Kansas
2/7/26 North Carolina vs. Duke

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