Bulls take Dailyn Swain at No. 15: Upside or reach?
Chicago bets on raw athleticism over polished prospect in a draft thin on elite wings.

15 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft to select Texas Longhorns forward Dailyn Swain, a 6-foot-7 wing with elite athleticism and a raw offensive skill set. Swain’s selection marks a mid-first-round swing for Chicago, a team still assembling its core under coach Billy Donovan. The passed on several guards and forwards with more advanced profiles, opting instead for a high-ceiling athlete whose development timeline remains uncertain.




















