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Mocks put Texas' Dailyn Swain in first round; NBA Draft begins Tuesday
By Billy Gates at KXAN (NBC Austin) - Local News
· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
Swain, who is foregoing his senior season to enter the draft, is currently mocked by just about every outlet as a first-round selection. The Ringer's J. Kyle Mann thinks Swain is on the cusp of being a lottery pick at No. 15 to the Chicago Bulls. Others aren't quite that high on Swain, but after ...
Key takeaway Others aren't quite that high on Swain, but after spending one year at Texas following head coach Sean Miller from Xavier, he proved he could play at an elite level in an eliteconference.
Why this matters in The Barton Creek
The potential first-round selection of Texas' Dailyn Swain in the NBA Draft has significant implications for the local basketball community. As a player who spent only one year at Texas, Swain's rapid rise to prominence reflects well on the university's basketball program and its ability to attract and develop top talent. The fact that Swain is expected to be a high draft pick, possibly even a lottery pick, could also have a positive impact on recruiting for the Longhorns, as top high school players may be more likely to consider Texas as a destination. Additionally, Swain's success could help to further establish Austin as a hub for basketball talent, which could have long-term benefits for the local sports scene. With the NBA Draft set to begin on Tuesday, local basketball fans will be watching closely to see where Swain lands and how his selection might impact the future of Texas basketball.
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Category: government ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: KXAN (NBC Austin) - Local News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Swain, who is foregoing his senior season to enter the draft, is currently mocked by just about every outlet as a first-round selection. The Ringer's J. Kyle Mann thinks Swain is on the cusp of being a lottery pick at No. 15 to the Chicago Bulls. Others aren't quite that high on Swain, but after ...
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