Karim Lopez, Mexico (2026)

[Chuck Everett]

So last night, this seventeen year old was kicking Utah's ass in a preseason game. Apparently, he's looking like a top selection for 2026. I only saw the highlights of his performance, but he looked really natural with the ball. 6'8 point forward type. Anybody here have any thoughts? We're still a year away from the noise raising about him, but looks like they're just engineering Magic/Luka types in a lab now around the world.

He's in the NBL next stars program playing for the Breakers.

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[Catchall]

He's smooth with the ball, has good balance and body control, looks to be a pretty legit 6'8" or 6'9". He can handle and pass, though I wouldn't say he's an initiator at this stage. Some defensive versatility and good reactions. He'll probably guard 3s and 4s, I'd guess. He has a nice compact shooting stroke and confidence from 3, though he missed a ton of FTs. He's decently athletic, but not explosive.

He might remind me a bit of Avdija, though he might be a bit more aggressive attacking and getting downhill.

[Jamaaliver]

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[babyjax13]

2026 looks awesome